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COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Thursday

As of Next Monday, Quebecers in several regions will be able to go out to restaurants, work out in gyms, and stay out well past 8 p.m. Residents in and around Montreal, however, will still have to deal with the current restrictions. Here's what you need to know.

Spike in cases and hospitalizations is projected in greater Montreal area, premier said

CBC News Posted: Mar 04, 2021 6:36 AM EST | Last Updated: March 4, 2021

Vaccination for the general population begins in Montreal

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Vaccination for the general population begins in Montreal

Quebec reported707new caseson Thursday and 20more deaths. One death was removed from the total because it is no longer deemed attributable to COVID-19.
Since the start of the pandemic, there have been290,377confirmed cases and10,445people have died.
There are626people in hospital (an increase of eight), including 115in intensive care (adecrease of five).
16,619 doses ofvaccine were administered on Wednesday. A total of 490,504doses have been administered sinceDec. 14.

After March break, many Quebecerswill able to go out and dine in restaurants, hit the gym, go see a show,and even stay out past 8 p.m.

As of next Monday, the Eastern Townships as well as theQuebec City, Chaudires-Appalaches, Mauricie-et-Centre-du-Qubec regions will be downgraded from red to orange zones. Their curfew will be pushed back to 9:30 p.m, and houses of worship in those areas will be able to welcome up to 100 people at a time.

All but greater Montreal region to be an orange zone after March break

On Wednesday, Premier Franois Legault said a spike in cases and hospitalizations isexpected in and around the province's largest city. That's why Montreal, Laval, Montrgie, Lanaudire and the Laurentians will stay red for the forseeable future.

"We cannot, in this situation, change the colours of these zones. So these zones will remain red as a precaution," Legault said.

The government will allow extra-curricular activities and sports in schools even in red zones starting March 15. It is also in discussion with sports federations about how to resume sports more widely, but the premiersaid it's clear some sports cannot be allowed given the risk of transmission.

With 3rd wave possibly just weeks away in Montreal, rush is on to vaccinate elderly

To reservean appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine, you can go on theonlineportalquebec.ca/covidvaccine. You can also call1-877-644-4545.

If you have been feelingisolated, we'vecompiledsome ways to help copeas part ofa special CBC Quebec project calledOut of the Dark: Real Talk on Mental Health.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Fever.
New or worsening cough.
Difficulty breathing.
Sudden loss of smell without a stuffy nose.
Gastrointestinal issues (such as nausea, diarrhea).

If you think you may have COVID-19, the government asks that you call18776444545to schedule an appointment at a screening clinic.

Quebec government reminders for preventing the spread of COVID-19:

Wash your hands frequently.
Avoid touching your face.
Wear a mask or face coveringwhen physical distancing is not possible. Wearing a mask is mandatory in enclosed public spaces across the province.
Stay at least two metres away from other people as much as possible.
Self-isolate for 14 days after returning from a stay outside the country.

You can find information on COVID-19 in the provincehereand information on the situation in Montrealhere.

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