COVID-19
All individuals are encouraged to keep up to date on the latest developments throughout Alberta by viewing official information that can be accessed through the Government of Alberta Website: https://www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx
Information on provincial restrictions on mass gatherings and the criteria for essential vs. non-essential services are available here: https://www.alberta.ca/restrictions-on-gatherings-and-businesses.aspx
Information on Utility Payment Deferral:
- Government of Alberta website https://www.alberta.ca/utility-payment-deferral.aspx
- Utilities Consumer Advocate website: https://www.ucahelps.alberta.ca/utility-payment-deferral.aspx
Alberta Health Services
24 hour call number for COVID-19 – Call Health Link 811 or https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/service.aspx?Id=1001957
Alberta Health Services "Help in Tough Times" https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/Page16759.aspx
Government of Canada
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) information and updates - https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
Local Business Supports Information
Visit the Brooks Region website for information, resources, and updates for local businesses: https://www.brooksregion.ca/business-supports/covid19
Sign up for the Brooks Region eNewsletter: https://www.brooksregion.ca/get-to-know-us/contact-us/subscribe-to-us
Community Support Information
- Brooks Food Bank has updated their services in order to help Brooks & surrounding area families during the COVID-19 pandemic Click for details
- Brooks Safeway Grocery Order, Pickup & Delivery Service This service has been DISCONTINUED as of June 5, 2020 Click for details
- SPEC Help Line - Phone or text 403-376-1926 Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm for information, support, and referrals to services and programs that can help you. Click for details
- DIY Face Masks - Make your own non-medical mask Click for details
Make Access to 911 your #1 Priority - Click for more information
Click the links below to view information specific to municipalities within the County of Newell: