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Dogs on patios : information sheet for operators

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This Alberta Health information sheet offers guidance to restaurants and outlines best practices to support food operators who choose to allow dogs on patios. As of May 25, 2022, amendments to... More ≫

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This Alberta Health information sheet offers guidance to restaurants and outlines best practices to support food operators who choose to allow dogs on patios. As of May 25, 2022, amendments to food regulation give food establishments the option to allow patrons’ dogs into outdoor eating areas without approval from a public health inspector.

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COVID-19 information : Step 1 : easing of public health measures

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This document outlines the public health measures that apply during step one of easing restrictions, including capacity limits for facilities with an occupant load over 500, restrictions for... More ≫

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This document outlines the public health measures that apply during step one of easing restrictions, including capacity limits for facilities with an occupant load over 500, restrictions for dining and interactive activities, and masking requirements.

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COVID-19 information : requirements for the Restrictions Exemption Program

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This document outlines operator requirements for running the Restrictions Exemption Program.

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Low-risk home-prepared food : fact sheet for operators

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As of June 1, 2020, a new section of Alberta's Food Regulation enables Albertans to sell low-risk home-prepared foods from their home or at special events, such as craft fairs and festivals. This... More ≫

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As of June 1, 2020, a new section of Alberta's Food Regulation enables Albertans to sell low-risk home-prepared foods from their home or at special events, such as craft fairs and festivals. This fact sheet outlines the rules for operators selling low-risk home-prepared foods, explains the steps required to ensure home-prepared foods are prepared properly and kept safe until sold, and lists food safety training opportunies for operators to learn about safe food handling practices.

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Ministerial Order no. 626/2019 [Health]

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Ministerial order exempting cannabis from the Food Regulation to avoid unnecessary overlap with existing pieces of federal and provincial legislation. The production of cannabis edibles, including... More ≫

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Ministerial order exempting cannabis from the Food Regulation to avoid unnecessary overlap with existing pieces of federal and provincial legislation. The production of cannabis edibles, including the food safety requirements, is covered through federal legislation, while retail aspects are covered through Alberta’s Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act.

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Getting started : licensing for residential addiction treatment service providers

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This guide assists service providers of residential addiction treatment facilities in meeting the licensing requirements of Alberta’s Mental Health Services Protection Act. Getting Started answers... More ≫

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This guide assists service providers of residential addiction treatment facilities in meeting the licensing requirements of Alberta’s Mental Health Services Protection Act. Getting Started answers the questions that service providers may have when applying for a licence to provide residential addiction treatment services. It describes the Act’s requirements, how to apply for a licence, and what is involved in the inspection and monitoring of service providers who provide residential addiction treatment services in Alberta. It also describes what to expect when a service provider is in non-compliance with the legislation and enforcement is required. The guide also includes tools, such as checklists and templates, to support service providers.

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Bed and breakfast health standards and guidelines

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The Bed and Breakfast Health Standards and Guidelines have been developed to establish minimum health requirements for the operation of bed and breakfasts in Alberta. This standard has been... More ≫

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The Bed and Breakfast Health Standards and Guidelines have been developed to establish minimum health requirements for the operation of bed and breakfasts in Alberta. This standard has been developed to provide operators with a basic understanding of health concerns in their operations. The standards and guidelines focus on general sanitation and food handling practices in the home.

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