Covid-19 – ISSS Executive Response – May 12th Update
As a result of the AB Government’s relaunch strategy and much discussion by the majority of the Executive members; it was decided to re-open the Irish Centre effective Thurs., May 14 @ 4:00 p.m., with the following restrictions:
- Limited capacity of 50 people including staff
- Social distancing of at least 2 meters (6 feet)
- NO bar service…table service ONLY
Along with the above restrictions, the following must also be adhered to:
- The Centre will be open to 2020 Members ONLY.
Memberships for 2020 can be renewed through mail or at the Centre. We will be checking memberships and if you do not have a current membership and you want to visit the Centre, you will have to purchase one - Kids are NOT allowed in the Centre at this time due to the social distancing restriction
- With the limited capacity of 50% and the social distancing or 2 meters, the maximum capacity allowed at the Centre will be 50 people
- There will be NO service or seating at the bar area. Table service ONLY. There will be four people per table. Each table is set up with a maximum of four chairs. Extra chairs and not allowed nor is putting tables together
- The snug area is closed to members
- Live music, bookings, and functions (including card playing & darts) is not permitted
- Please do not come to the Centre if you are not feeling well, have been in contact with someone not feeling well, or traveled in the last 14 days
- Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth
- Cough or sneeze into a tissue or sleeve
- Members are advised to wash their hands with soap & water frequently
- Hand sanitizer will be available for use
This is just for the interim until the AB Government or health officials give us a different direction.
This is a trying time for everyone and we trying our best to make this work for members & staff. We will take this one step at a time and make any necessary adjustments along the way.
Patience and Respect towards the staff and each other is expected and nothing but will be tolerated.
We ask your patience in the kitchen as well. For now, it will be open but with a limited menu. Kitchen condiments will be available but in individual packets. Hand sanitizer will also be on the kitchen bar area for your use.
Temporary Hours of Operation:
Wed., Thurs., & Fri. 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sat. 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sun. 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
