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Edmonton residents 80% compliant with new mandatory mask bylaw, city says
Edmonton city council passes bylaw to mandate masks in all indoor public spaces The city said four out of five people were wearing face coverings.“We’re extremely pleased with how Edmontonians have embraced the new bylaw and are committed to helping keep their fellow citizens safe,” COVID-19 Task Force Chair David Aitken said.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“Peace officers and city staff will continue to help people understand the new bylaw and the importance of facial coverings in slowing the spread of COVID-19.”Officers also were informing residents of the new Face Coverings Bylaw, handing out 680 masks and having 304 “education interactions,” according to the city.Public transit users were