COVID-19 Updates

  • Claresholm Child Care Society has re-opened the Day Care and Kids Zone
  • ALL Schools – K-12 classes have been cancelled indefinitely. Classes have started online. Visit www.lrsd.ca for up-to-date information.

    Municipal Government
  • The Town of Claresholm had previously stated council meetings would be closed to the public, however Alberta’s Municipal Government Act (MGA) Section 197 states that councils must conduct their meetings in public unless there is an exception to disclosure authorized through the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPP).
    Keep in mind that we will continue to livestream all Council meetings. If you are feeling unwell or are currently self-isolating for whatever reason, the Town of Claresholm asks that you do not attend in person for the health and well-being of Council and staff. If you choose to attend, we ask that everyone practice safe social distancing. 
  • Town of Claresholm office and FCSS office closed to in-person business. Please phone or email to conduct any of your business needs.
  • Temporary Closure of the Administration Office – MD of Willow Creek.
  • Town of Stavely Administrative Office will be temporarily closed to the public beginning Monday March 23, 2020 until further notice.
  • All playgrounds and campgrounds in the MD of WC are closed, including all playgrounds in Stavely, Granum and Claresholm. Open spaces including pathways will remain open. This closure will last until such time as health officials deem them safe to open.
  • Visit Claresholm.ca for more COVID-19 information.

    Businesses
  • Claresholm Eye Care is closed until further notice. Dr. Iuliano will be available for eye emergencies such as injury, infection, broken glasses or contact lens shortage. Email eyecare@claresholmeyecare.com leave a voice message at 403-625-4471.
  • Your Dollar Store with More closed until further notice.
  • Royal Canadian Legion Branch 41 – closed until further notice.
  • Tropical Touch closed.
  • Stavely Hotel is closed. Restaurant & Liquor store are still open.
  • Tim Hortons drive through only.
  • Willow Creek Dental clinic – closed effective March 18 until further notice. Only open for emergencies. Contact Dr. Baker at 403-715-4087.
  • Roy’s Place – closed until further notice.
  • Casa Roma Pizza & Steak House – Offering take-out and delivery.
  • Douros Pizza & Steak House – Offering take-out and delivery.
  • Putters dining room is closed. Take out and delivery only.
  • Antrée dining room is closed. Take out and delivery only. Free delivery within 5 km for order over $50.
  • Restaurant take-out, delivery or drive-through service is permitted. Licensed facilities will also be permitted to deliver liquor.
  • Salvation Army is closed until further notice.
  • Pampered Pets is operating on emergency need only. No day care at this time. Animals are not effected by this virus.
  • Willow Creek Quilts store is closed to public. Please visit online store.
  • Godley’s Jewellery – closed
  • Jimmy’s Barbershop closed.
  • Janet’s Fashions closed until further notice.
  • Blackwood Coffee is open with modified business hours.
  • Claresholm Pharmacy added store hours: Sundays 12-3 p.m.; Increased Phone availablility, and online prescription refills.
  • Body & Soul Chiropractic closed until further notice.
  • Hair salons closed until further notice.
  • CLARESHOLM ANIMAL RESCUE SOCIETY – is closed to the public – Please email claresholmcares@gmail.com to inquire about a pet or visit www.claresholmcares.org or www.petfinder.com
  • Creative Industries is closed until further notice.
  • Home Hardware – operating reduced store hours. Closed Sunday & Monday; Tuesday – Friday 10 – 5:30, Saturday 10 – 5.
    Non-essential businesses and close encounter businesses to close.
  • Read more here:
    https://www.alberta.ca/restrictions-on-gatherings-and-businesses
  • Essential business list is here:
    https://www.alberta.ca/essential-services.aspx
  • Some businesses are still working with doors locked and with modifications. The situation is ever changing, so we suggest it is best to contact the business directly before going in person.

    Churches
  • MyVictory Claresholm is closed, but all services have moved online to myvictory.online
  • The Claresholm Pentecostal Assembly is closed until further notice.
    Launching an online kids program on April 1, 2020. Visit www.claresholm.church for more info.
  • Christ the King Catholic Church is closed until further notice.
  • Peace Lutheran Church worship service suspended until further notice. Pastor Donna is still available by phone/email. Follow us on Facebook for more.
  • Faith Community Baptist Church in the church closured.  Check online services at https://www.faithcommunitybaptist.com/blog/  Office hours: Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm.  If you need someone to talk to or pray with please call 403-625-2744. 

    Sports/Activites/Events
  • Stavely Archery closed.
  • Football Alberta declares a suspension of practices or play of all football activities until further notice.
  • Active Balance Yoga & Wellness classes going online
  • Willow Creek Agriplex is closed.
  • Dart League at Putters – cancelled.
  • The Woodshed closed until further notice.
  • Post-partum support group is not meeting.
  • Stavely Odd Fellows Oyster feed scheduled for April 3 is postponed.
  • Citizens on Patrol – meetings & patrols suspended
  • Claresholm Community Centre fundraising concert cancelled.
  • Granum Drop-In Meat Bingo – Cancelled.
  • Pickle Ball cancelled
  • Community Basketball – cancelled
  • Claresholm Community Wellness Challenge – postponed.
  • Claresholm Public Library on modified service, call 403-624-4168 for instructions.
  • Moms of Preschoolers (MOPS) will not meet March 26. Further dates to be determined.
  • Willow Creek Gymnastics closed until further notice.
  • Claresholm Aquatic Centre closed until further notice.
  • Granum Gospel Music Jamboree Supper – postponed
  • WCCHS Drama Club Superfeaks – postponed
  • Claresholm & District Health Foundation Banquet, Auction & Dance – Cancelled
  • Atom B Hockey Provincials – Cancelled
  • Basketball Zones – Cancelled
  • Girl Guides of Canada Meeting – Cancelled
  • Women’s Conference – Cancelled
  • Claresholm Skating Club Carnival – cancelled
  • Claresholm Curling Club is closed for the remainder of the season. This includes the mixed bonspiel, oyster feed, and league wind ups.
  • Claresholm Minor Hockey – no practice or games
  • Claresholm Arena is closed for the remainder of the season.
  • Claresholm Fish and Game head scoring and banquet – postponed
  • Claresholm Pond Hockey – Season is over.
  • Wilderness Ranch fundraising supper – postponed
  • SUCH Drama production of Hansel and Gretel a pantomime- rehearsals and show -postponed
  • ALL Alberta 4-H sanctioned activities and events are suspended.
  • Lise Schulze – Studio Om Lila offering online Nia classes.
  • Golf courses listed as non-essential and recommended by the Health Minister to not open.

    Services
  • Sparta House will remain closed until further notice.
  • Claresholm Food Bank closed until further notice, but you can call to arrange for an emergency hamper if needed. 403-625-2092.

    Seniors
  • Porcupine Hills Lodge – we are prohibiting ALL NON-ESSENTIAL VISITS to our facility until further notice.
  • Claresholm Seniors’ Drop-In Centre is closed and all programs have been cancelled till further notice.
  • Cottonwood Village – Our community will officially be limited access. Meaning FIRE, AHS, & EMS only.
  • Parkside Manor & Heritage Manor – limited access, essential services only.
  • Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre – limited access, essential services only.

Let us know if you have anything to add to our list.

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