Quebec’s reopening plan brings much-needed hope — and yes, some risks – CBC

Timeline gives clear dates for when restrictions will lift, but experts sound a note of caution

May 20, 2021

Premier François Legault was visibly upbeat on Tuesday — more than he has been in a while — as he laid out a timeline for the province’s reopening.

And why wouldn’t he be? After imposing a curfew on much of the province since January, shutting down schools in some regions and keeping restaurants, bars and gyms closed, Quebec has become the first province to release a full-fledged plan with dates to loosen restrictions.

(Saskatchewan earlier released a roadmap tied to vaccination rates, with no firm timeline).

The first step in Quebec’s plan, starting May 28, is to lift the curfew where it still exists, including Montreal, and allow outdoor gatherings on private property and sit-down service on restaurant patios.

On May 29, the province will also be the first to allow fans back to an NHL arena — with 2,500 permitted at the Bell Centre for Game 6 of the Leafs-Canadiens playoffs series (if the Habs haven’t already won).

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