We have been advised by the Diocese that the new City of Calgary mask bylaw will be applicable to our parish as per the notice below:
For all parishes in the City of Calgary, the wearing of masks is mandatory even when participating in Mass in parish churches according to the city face coverings bylaw.
CITY OF CALGARY:
Do face coverings need to be worn in places of worship?
Yes. Places of worship are included in the bylaw definition of a public premises, as they are enclosed buildings that members of the public have access to. Although the provincial order expressly excludes places of worship from the mask requirement, the bylaw does not contain a similar exemption. This means that, in Calgary, face coverings are required to be worn in places of worship.
Sent by Communications at St Bonaventure on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 1:34PM