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Restrictions Exemption Program in Effect for Rec facilities
September 20, 2021Updated: Thursday November 26, 2021
On Wednesday, September 15, the Government of Alberta declared a State of Public Health Emergency along with additional restrictions and the Restrictions Exemption Program that impact Pincher Creek residents, businesses, programs and services, activities, and facilities.
The Town of Pincher Creek recognizes that this is a difficult and complex time, and we ask for and appreciate your patience, understanding and cooperation as we adapt to the new restrictions.
Please choose to treat each other with kindness and respect during these challenging and stressful times.
Recreation facilities owned and operated by the Town of Pincher Creek will be following the Restrictions Exemption Program for all programming that is open to adults. This also allows for the Town’s recreational facilities to operate with no capacity restrictions and adult/senior sport, fitness and recreation opportunities to continue operations.
If you choose to use a recreation facility operated by the Town of Pincher Creek the following will be required:
- A mask or face-covering*
- Maintain 2-meter physical distancing
- Proof of vaccination with the QR code OR
- Proof of a privately paid negative PCR or rapid test within 72 hours OR
- Documentation of a medical exemption
*face-coverings are not required once you enter the pool deck, not required in the water and not required on the ice-surface.
Recreation facilities owned and operated by the Town of Pincher Creek will be following reduced capacity for programs that include YOUTH ONLY. Facilities will reduce capacity allowance to 1/3 of the fire code.
If you choose to use a recreation facility operated by the Town of Pincher Creek offering youth programming the following will be required:
- A mask or face-covering*
- Maintain 2-meter physical distancing
Signage will be placed outside the Skating Arena advising which program is currently in effect.
For more information or if you have questions about specific programming please reach out to the Town Office or Recreation Office for more information.
Rec Office 403 627 4322
Pool Front Desk 403 627 2565
Town Office 403 627 3156
As more information and specific details become available, information will be shared with residents. The Town will make any updates and adjustments as needed.
For all provincial restriction information, visit www.alberta.ca/covid-19-public-health-actions.aspx