The government of Alberta announced Tuesday proposed amendments to the Emergency Management Act in an effort to improve clarity and co-ordination between local and provincial responses to the coronavirus crisis.
Proposed amendments include: The government said it consulted with Edmonton, Calgary and Red Deer on the changes, which will “help the province effectively respond” to the outbreak. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] “As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, so does the need to strengthen our response efforts,” said Municipal Affairs Minister Kaycee Madu in a news release. “This includes listening to our municipal partners and making amendments to the Emergency Management Act that work for both