Alberta Health Minister Jason Copping has tested positive for COVID-19 and is now isolating.

As Omicron spreads in the Edmonton area, more schools are moving classes online due to mounting staff absences.

Alberta reported 23 COVID-19 deaths since Friday, including that of a child in the 5-9 age group with no pre-existing conditions. A total of 3,403 Albertans have died due to COVID-19.

One person is dead following a collision east of Edmonton involving a semi-trailer and pick-up truck on Sunday.

Rain, freezing rain, snow and gusty wind will affect a large area of central and northwest Alberta on Monday. But, the impact of the storm will likely be felt into Tuesday morning.