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COVID-19 Notice

June 10: The Town continues to follow Provincial regulations regarding COVID-19, and is following the Province's Open for Summer Plan, with a phased re-opening. The Okotoks Recreation Centre, Pason Centennial Arenas, Okotoks Art Gallery and Okotoks Museum and Archives have re-opened to the public. Learn full details

Town's response to COVID-19

The health, safety, and wellbeing of our residents and community is our priority during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Use the information below to stay up-to-date on the status of Town services and facilities, local information and updates.

Daily COVID-19 count for Okotoks (scroll down)
Mandatory masks: status and how to file a complaint
Recreation updates and facility guidelines

Mandatory Restrictions

Alberta Health Services is the best source of public health information. For details on the state of public health emergency, new mandatory measures and restrictions in effect and updates about the pandemic, please visit alberta.ca/covid19.

Regular updates from Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of health are available by visiting https://www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx#statement

News and Updates

Town prepares facilities for Stage 2 re-opening

June 9, 2021

COVID-19 Response Updates: Town moves ahead with day camps, postpones summer swimming registration date

May 19, 2021

How Town recreation facilities are operating under lastest Provincial guidelines

Changes to Town recreation facilities as more restrictions announced

April 8, 2021

Province amends children/youth school and team sport guidelines

February 9, 2021

Community Champion Program connects neighbourhoods

New program designed to connect neighbours in a safe way.

November 27, 2020

Daily COVID Cases
Status: Town services
Support & resources

To view cases in Okotoks visit the AHS regional status map page, which is updated regularly with current cases. Scroll down to the list of active cases by region and search 'Okotoks'.

Updated June 23, 2021

Date	Daily* COVID cases in Okotoks
June 23	7 (public health measures in effect)
June 22	7 (public health measures in effect)
June 21	12 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 18	14 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 17	19 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 16	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 15	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 14	19 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 11	21 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 10	27 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 9	37 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 8	39 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 7	49 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 4	47 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 3	48 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 2	54 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
June 1	56 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 31	65 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 28	73 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 27	74 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 26	88 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 25	94 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 21	139 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 20	151 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 19	161 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 18	168 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 17	181 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 13	217 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 12	228 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 11	220 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 10	234 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 7	236 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 6	243 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 5	239 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 4	241 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
May 3	251 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 30	206 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 29	206 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 28	211 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 27	220 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 26	224 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 23	217 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 22	221 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 21	202 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 20	202 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 19	205 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 16	188 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 15	192 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 14	183 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 13	166 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 12	152 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 9	126 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 8	115 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 7	109 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 6	99 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 5	105 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
April 1	67 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 31	56 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 30	53 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 29	52 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 26	51 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 25	41 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 24	35 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 23	25 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 22	28 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 19	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 18	19 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 17	21 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 16	25 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 15	25 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 12	23 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 11	23 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 10	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 9	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 8	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 5	21 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 4	18 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 3	16 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 2	13 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
March 1	13 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 26	14 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 25	11 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 24	11 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 23	14 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 22	15 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 19	15 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 18	17 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status).
February 17	17 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 16	19 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 12	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 11	24 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 10	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 9	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 8	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 5	23 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 4	22 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 3	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 2	19 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
February 1	20 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 29	16 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 28	16 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 27	18 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 26	21 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 25	29 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 22	32 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 20	46 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 19	48 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 18	61 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 15	78 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 14	78 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 13	71 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 12	74 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 11	73 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 8	67 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 7	69 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 6	59 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 5	61 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
January 4	57 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 31	57 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 30	54 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 29	57 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 27	67 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 23	68 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 22	76 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 21	76 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 18	67 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 17	64 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 16	64 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 15	63 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 14	70 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 13	68 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 10	57 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 9	53 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 8	52 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 7	52 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 6	49 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 4	58 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 3	63 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 2	61 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
December 1	61 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
November 30	67 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
November 27	62 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
November 26	61 (public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
November 25	63 (new public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)
November 24	63 (new public health measures in effect; continued AHS enhanced status)

*this tracker is updated daily on weekdays at approximately 3:30 p.m.

Alberta Health Services Tracker

To view cases in Okotoks visit the AHS regional status map page, which is updated regularly with current cases. Scroll down to the list of active cases by region and search 'Okotoks'.

Alternatively, visit the AHS statistics page. Navigate on this page to ’geospatial’, then use the map to find Okotoks.

Government of Alberta COVID-19 links:

Updated June 21, 2021

Parks and Recreation Amenities

Area	Status	Details
Recreation Facilities (Okotoks Recreation Centre and Pason Centennial Arenas)	OPEN with restrictions	Visit the COVID recreation updates page to find out which areas of each facility are open and important information on spectating, classes and preparing to visit. Alberta restrictions
Off-leash Dog Park	OPEN	Open with physical distancing.
Community Garden	OPEN	Open with physical distancing.
Park spaces, natural areas and pathways	OPEN	Open with physical distancing.
Okotoks Skate Park	OPEN	Open with restrictions and physical distancing protocols in place.
Public playground structures and outdoor fitness equipment	OPEN	We encourage residents to use parks and open spaces while maintaining physical distancing. Learn more Alberta Health Services guidelines for playground safety.
Ball Diamonds and Playing Fields	OPEN Check the Field Status page	With physical distancing and other health protocols in place. Guidelines for outdoor sports activities.
Outdoor Sport Courts	OPEN	Non-league singles tennis or pickleball will be permitted. Non-league doubles with members outside the same household is not recommended. Guidelines for outdoor sports activities.
BMX Track	OPEN	With physical distancing and other health protocols in place.
Outdoor Park Restrooms	OPEN	Facilities cleaned once daily. Please use hand sanitizer upon entering and exiting.
Water Spray Park	OPEN	It will continue to operate during regular hours of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on days above 20 degrees. Max capacity 150 people Please stay for only an hour at a time Please keep your distance from non-household members Must follow all public health measures
Crescent Point Field House	OPEN	cpregionalfieldhouse.com

Municipal Facilities

Town Facility	Status	Details
Municipal Centre	OPEN	Service also continues to be offered via phone, email and online. Hours and contact information
Okotoks Eco Centre	OPEN	Regular hours
Southridge Emergency Services/RCMP	RESTRICTED ACCESS	Call 403-995-6400 to speak directly with an RCMP employee.
Operations Centre	CLOSED	Closed to the public. Services will continue to be available by phone, email, or online until further notice.
Okotoks Family Resource Centre	RESTRICTED ACCESS	Open for service by phone, email, and appointment. Hours and contact information
Okotoks Art Gallery	OPEN	With physical distancing protocols and safety measures in place.
Okotoks Museum	OPEN	With physical distancing protocols and safety measures in place.
Rotary Performing Arts Centre	CLOSED
Okotoks Public Library	OPEN	Learn more okotokslibrary.ca
Duvernay Field House (Dawgs Stadium)	OPEN
Fire Stations	CLOSED	No general public access

Updated October 26, 2020

Mandatory Masks required for all indoor public spaces

As of October 26, the number of active COVID-19 cases in Okotoks reached 16, which invokes the bylaw for mandatory masks in all indoor public spaces in Okotoks, effective immediately. The bylaw will be in effect until actives cases are under 15 for 30 consecutive days. Learn more

Updated August 5, 2020

In response to the Alberta Government’s relaunch strategy, the second stage of the Town of Okotoks’ relaunch plan for public amenities began Friday, June 12. The Town continues to follow the direction of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the guidelines provided with the provincial relaunch strategy. Amenities and facilities will continue to include health and safety measures and continued adherence to physical distancing rules. Refer to the chart below for details. Note: this list is subject to change.

Recreation specific updates

The Town has a page dedicated to providing the latest information related to recreation and recreation facilities. COVID Recreation update page

Social Support & Resources

The Town has compiled social resources and information residents need to access during COVID-19. Click here

Business Resources

The Town has compiled a list of resources and information for local business support. Click here

Staying active, creative and connected

The Town has compiled an online curation of helpful tips and resources for residents to use anytime, anywhere. This is a one-stop-shop for ideas, resources and activities aimed at keeping residents active, connected and creative at home. Visit the online digital toolkit.

COVID-19 Self Assessment Tool

Do you think you might have COVID-19? Take online COVID-19 self-assessment to find out what to do.

Where to find reliable information

Many people have questions about what is happening and how they can protect themselves. The Internet is full of information, but not all of it comes from a credible source. The following government organizations are reliable sources of information:

Alberta Health Services – Emergency Management
The provincial medical officers of health will be using this website to keep Albertans updated on the latest information available.
Alberta Health Services - Online Complaints
Submit a complaint about COVID-19 Public Health Order Violations
Government of Alberta – COVID-19 Information
This website provides an overview of the virus and the steps the Province is taking to protect Albertans.
Government of Canada COVID-19 information
This website provides updates on the current state of COVID-19 across Canada, and includes information and resources on social distancing, being prepared, how to self-isolate, and it also breaks down myths and misinformation and has resources and supports for businesses navigating COVID-19 disruptions.

Helpful links

FAQs

What is the Town doing to prevent the spread of the virus?
- Moving from face-to-face interactions to offering services virtually through phone, email and online
- closing buildings/facilities to the public, canceling programs, concerts, etc., as required
- closure of playgrounds & the skate park, as required
- increased cleaning and disinfecting procedures
- providing staff with personal protective gear
- many staff are working remotely and/or working flexible shifts to maintain essential services.
Where can I find social support information?
The Town has compiled a list of information and resources for residents to access:
Resource page
What is the Town doing for utility bill payment deferral?
Council is offering deferred utility (water and waste services) bill payments for a period of 90 days for the two billing cycles. Additionally, all interest and penalties will be waived for a minimum of 60 days.
Details
What is the Town doing about property taxes?
Town Council passed Bylaw 22-20 to permit Town of Okotoks taxpayers the option to defer the payments on 2020 taxes without penalty, until August 31, 2020. Learn more
Are Council meetings still open to the public?
No, Council meetings are not currently open to the public. Council will be meeting through electronic means, and Council Chamber is currently closed to the public. Visit the Council Meetings page to live-stream Council meetings, and to learn how to submit hearing or delegation information online:
Council meetings
What is the Town doing to help businesses?
The Town of Okotoks and the Okotoks Entrepreneur Ecosystem are working together to compile the resources and information businesses need to access during this crisis. Details
Is the Town’s water safe?
The virus causing COVID-19 is not believed to spread through water systems. We want to assure residents that our water is safe to drink. The Town’s water treatment processes are of the highest standards. Regular daily processes include testing water samples in the lab. Watch the following video on water and wastewater during COVID-19 to learn more.
Video

Are waste collection services still running as normal?
Yes, waste collection continues as normal. The Eco Centre remains open to help residents manage extra recycling and compost needs. Special items like paint, Styrofoam, coffee K-cups, etc. are also accepted. Visit the Eco Centre page to learn more about safely visiting the facility and protocols that are in place. Learn more.
Download the waste app to stay up-to-date on any waste collection changes:
Download the app
Why has the Town relaxed parking for RV/Container parking?
This temporary change will help families who need to use their RVs for self-isolation or to support extended family who are in self-isolation, and for those who are financially impacted and need to eliminate storage fees. Easing regulations around shipping containers will support businesses that have had to close storefronts or leave their locations due to the crisis and need somewhere to temporarily store materials, inventory and equipment.
How can residents use the Okotoks Transit grocery delivery service?
This temporary service has ended. Sobeys continues to offer a delivery service using their own vehicle; other local grocery stores also offer convenient online ordering & pick-up options. Sobeys: General Inquiries – 403-938-3439; Deliveries – 403-938-4043; SobeysOkotoks.com
For more information on Okotoks Transit, including hours of operations and purchasing passes, visit www.okotokstransit.ca.
What will happen to community garden?
It was opened as usual this spring, with physical distancing and safety measures in place.
What are the safety steps everyone should be following?
To help prevent the spread of the virus, follow the latest recommendations from Alberta Health Services:
AHS information
Is there any way the Town can indicate where individuals in the Foothills with COVID-19 have visited?
This is something Alberta Health Service is responsible for; the Town does not have access to this information. For the number of cases in the region and other health-related information, please visit www.albertahealthservices.ca
Does the Town have an emergency communications plan and how is the Town communicating with residents?
Yes, it is part of the Community Emergency Management Plan and we are following the specific provincial pandemic plan from the province. The Town communicates via its website, social media feeds @TownofOkotoks (Facebook, Instagram & Twitter); e-newsletters; phone; email and messaging through our local radio, the Eagle 100.9FM (www.okotoksonline.com) and newspaper, the Western Wheel (www.okotokstoday.ca).
More Information:
If you have a question that is not covered here, please contact the Town's Communications department online.

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What is the Town doing to prevent the spread of the virus?

Where can I find social support information?

What is the Town doing for utility bill payment deferral?

What is the Town doing about property taxes?

Are Council meetings still open to the public?

What is the Town doing to help businesses?

Is the Town’s water safe?

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Are waste collection services still running as normal?

Why has the Town relaxed parking for RV/Container parking?

How can residents use the Okotoks Transit grocery delivery service?

What will happen to community garden?

What are the safety steps everyone should be following?

Is there any way the Town can indicate where individuals in the Foothills with COVID-19 have visited?

Does the Town have an emergency communications plan and how is the Town communicating with residents?

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Mandatory Masks required for all indoor public spaces

Recreation specific updates

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Staying active, creative and connected

COVID-19 Self Assessment Tool

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