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Alberta NDP Leader

Rachel Notley tests positive for COVID-19

Mar 7, 2022 | 10:25 AM

EDMONTON, AB – The leader of Alberta’s NDP has tested positive for COVID-19.

Rachel Notley tweeted Monday morning that she tested positive on a rapid antigen test Sunday.

The Opposition Leader said she is triple-vaccinated, and her symptoms are mild. Notley stated, “I plan to continue to work hard on behalf of Alberta families while in isolation at my home.”

“I look forward to returning to the Alberta Legislature as soon as I am healthy enough to do so.”

On Twitter, Notley made a plea to all Albertans to get vaccinated and provided a link to the province’s vaccination booking page.