Last Updated: January 12, 2021, at 9:30 am MST

BC's Province-wide restrictions on all individuals, places of work and businesses will remain in place until at least February 5, 2021. At this time all non-essential travel should be avoided. Social gatherings of any size must only be within your core bubble. Masks must be worn in public indoor settings. Find out more here.

Until the current restrictions are updated we are asking everyone to avoid non-essential travel and follow all mandatory requirements in the public health order. Dream Golden and plan ahead for your winter trip when it is safer to travel again.

Throughout Phase 3 of British Columbia's restart plan, Golden has been a safe and welcoming community to visitors from British Columbia and other provinces.  As we enter winter and the holiday season it is more important than ever to travel responsibly. Please review the recommendations in Phase 3 of British Columbia’s Restart Plan, following these guidelines will help to protect travellers and residents as they travel. We have created a "Travelling to Golden during COVID-19" document to help you plan ahead, CLICK HERE to view or download it. 

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While in Golden we ask that everyone abide by individual COVID-19 protocols that are visible prior to entering each business. Each business's protocols should include information about masks, hand sanitization, and maximum occupancy. Bringing your own personal protective equipment such as masks and hand sanitizer is very important. Finally, PLANNING AHEAD whenever possible is more important than ever. This includes accommodations, dinner reservations and all activities. 

 

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Latest Developments in Golden:

• On November 19 by order and direction of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), all individuals, places of work and businesses in B.C. must significantly reduce their level of social interactions and travel. These province-wide restrictions will remain in effect from November 19, 2020, until at least January 8, 2021.

  • PHO order on province-wide restrictions

  • Social gatherings and events

  • Restaurants and bars

  • Athletic activities

  • Mask requirements

  • Travel advisory

  • Enforcement

• Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has implemented new COVID-19 procedures for the upcoming winter which include

  • Lift tickets to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort MUST be purchased online.

  • Face coverings and health screening are mandatory for the 2020/21 season

  • Gondola and chairlift restrictions will be enforced for the 2020/21 season

  • Learn more by visiting https://kickinghorseresort.com/covid-19/winter/

 

• The Golden Nordic Club has implemented new COVID-19 guidelines

  • A distance of 2 meters or greater when on trails 

  • Washrooms will remain open however the chalet will be limited to a maximum of 10 people at a time this winter.

  • Face coverings, distancing and defined traffic flows will be implemented

  • Touch-free payment options will be available

  • Check the Golden Nordic Club website for future updates.

 

• Parks Canada has updated its Winter Permit System for the 2020/21 season 

  • All users are urged to obtain Annual Winter Permits this year as, due to COVID-19 health and safety measures, visitor services in Rogers Pass will be limited.

  • An annual winter permit and national parks pass are mandatory when backcountry skiing in Rogers Pass.

  • Learn more by visiting https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/glacier/visit/hiver-winter/ski/

Other Developments and Travel information 

• The Provincial Health Officer’s Order on Gatherings and Events limits the number of people in vacation accommodations, including for house, cabin, yurt and boat rentals, as well as hotel rooms, to the capacity of the space. No person who is not an occupant may be present at a private residence or vacation accommodation, except as provided for in section C2, 5, 6 and 7 of the Order. 

• British Columbia has moved to Phase 3 of the provincial restart plan and most communities including Golden are welcoming visitors back from across Canada. 

• Gatherings or events larger than 50 people are not permitted in British Columbia until further notice. This includes indoor and outdoor sporting events, conferences, meetings, religious gatherings and other similar events.   

• Air operators have been formally mandated to prevent any travellers with symptoms to board an aircraft to Canada. 

• Canadians are to avoid all non-essential travel outside Canada, including to the US. Anyone who chooses to travel outside Canada must stay away from work or school for 14 days on their return. Read the Official Global Travel Advisory here.

• For updates on reported cases and risk assessment in the province visit the Interior Health website

Public Health Information Sources:

Health Canada COVID-19 information line: 1-833-784-4397. Interpretation services are available in multiple languages. Or email: [email protected]

• Public Health Agency of Canada for the latest outbreak update on COVID-19
• Health Link BC for detailed information including FAQs
• BC Centre for Disease Control 

We are doing our best to stay on top of these rapidly evolving events and will continue to update this page as often as possible.