The Quebec government will nix mask requirements starting in April as well as fully eliminate the province’s COVID-19 vaccine passport system a few days earlier than expected.
Health Minister Christian Dubé made the announcement in a news release Wednesday, saying the decision comes after discussions with public health officials.
The province will no longer require masks in the majority of public places — including universities and CEGEPs — starting in mid-April. The government did not give an exact date, but said it will give a notice of 10 days before the measure is lifted.
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Quebec also plans to nix masks on public transit, though at the earliest in May. A 10-day notice will also be provided.
Dubé said the province’s proof-of-vaccination system will also be entirely phased out on March 12, two days earlier than previously announced.
All businesses will be able to operate at 100 per cent capacity on that date. There will be no capacity limits on tables in restaurants and bars — and they can return to their regular business hours.
Dance and karaoke activities are also allowed to start up again as of March 12.
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