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Darren Grimes | Empire, The Indian Act of Canada, & The Residential Schools
Alberta Lockdown Enforcement, Restaurant Impact and Mortality Statistics
Law enforcement in Alberta, specifically the RCMP, largely declined to enforce harsh provincial mandates regarding private gatherings. While restaurants suffered significant economic losses due to early closing times, many residents ignored social distancing rules in private. Government data cited during the segment indicates the average age of COVID-19 death in the province is 80, which is nearly identical to the average life expectancy of 81.