COVID-19 in Alberta are further impacting the way people can grieve loved ones who have passed away.“It’s been extremely tough for the families that we have served,” said Mike Fricker, branch manager at Eden Brook Funeral Home and Cemetery.“We know a lot of families want to have more people involved.”Fricker said the new rules mean only 10 people are allowed at a funeral, which hasn’t changed, but the time to mourn at the graveside is now limited.
Alberta’s new COVID-19 measures ban in-person dining, outdoor gatherings; retail to remain open “Even when they go out to the graveside at the cemetery, it’s still 10 people.