It was the first day of classes for some schools in Alberta as students, parents and teachers brace for a school year that will be unlike any other in history. "Schools are centres of communities," Haley said, adding that families connect through school, and are encouraged to meet and chat. Separate entrances by designated grade are part of the public health measures being implemented in schools throughout Alberta. Edmonton Catholic Schools will have its first day on Sept. 2 with Edmonton public following the next day. Sturgeon Public and Elk Island Public Schools return on Sept. 1.

Source: CBC News August 31, 2020 17:15 UTC