To support businesses reopening during stage one of Alberta’s phased relaunch, government is launching a new resource to help them keep their staff and customers safer.
The new alberta.ca/bizconnect webpage will provide business owners with information on health and safety guidelines for general workplaces and sector-specific guidelines for those able to open in stage one of relaunch to ensure businesses can reopen safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As businesses reopen, we’re committed to making sure they have the information they need to operate during the pandemic and get people back to work. We expect businesses to follow these safety measures so that we can continue to reopen our economy while protecting the health and safety of all Albertans.” Tanya Fir, Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Tourism
As part of government’s commitment to support businesses as they reopen and to eliminate red tape, alberta.ca/bizconnect will include a red tape reduction submission form so business owners can share their ideas on modernizing regulations and reducing red tape, especially as they respond to COVID-19.
“We know that Alberta businesses are dealing with a whole new reality because of the COVID-19 pandemic. We want business owners to continue to let us know how we can help make their lives easier so we can reduce unneeded regulatory barriers to their success and get Albertans back to work.” Grant Hunter, Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction
“Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants have provided their communities with safe and reliable meal options and this will continue to be their priority as they reopen their doors to diners. Restaurants Canada looks forward to continuing to work closely with the Alberta government on efforts to help foodservice businesses get ready to reopen their dining rooms and ramp up operations. We appreciate the guidance that the government has provided to help restaurants prepare to resume on-premise dining services as early as May 14.” Mark von Schellwitz, vice-president Restaurants Canada, Western Canada
“Businesses who are planning to reopen want to ensure they do so safely while following all proper guidelines. A single website with resources will provide small businesses the information they need to reopen and continue their operations while protecting the health and safety of their staff and customers.” Annie Dormuth, provincial affairs director, CFIB Alberta
The launch of alberta.ca/bizconnect is part of Alberta’s comprehensive response to COVID-19, which includes measures to enhance physical distancing, screening and testing. Financial supports are helping Alberta families and businesses.
Quick facts
The website includes guidance documents for sectors currently allowed to operate under public health orders:
Disability service providers
Farmers markets
Golf course operators
Health non-essential services
Health sector PPE guidelines
Homeless shelters
Industrial work camps
Private/municipal campgrounds
Planning documents to prepare businesses for stage one relaunch are posted for:
Day camps
Daycare and out-of-school care
Hair salons and barbershops
Museums and art galleries
Outdoor recreation
Places of worship
Restaurants
Retail
Provincial Press Release May 11, 2020 @ 3:32 PM