By Canadian Press

Quebec lifts COVID-19 measures; extends closing times for bars and restaurants

Aug 1, 2021 | 11:36 AM

MONTREAL — Quebec is lifting further COVID-19 restrictions, including extending closing times for bars and restaurants, and increasing capacities for gatherings. 

The health ministry announced the latest relaxed COVID-19 measures for the beginning of August on July 26. 

Quebecers are now allowed to drink alcohol in bars and restaurants until 1 a.m., gaining an additional hour from the previous restrictions set at midnight. 

Indoor venues and stadiums can now seat 7,500 people, with a maximum of 500 per section, and outdoor festivals can have up to 15,000 with pre-assigned seats. 

Indoor and outdoor public gatherings, including houses of worship, amateur sporting events and ceremony halls can have up to 500 people. 

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Quebec is, however, maintaining mandatory masks and social distancing in enclosed public spaces and transit.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on Aug. 1, 2021. 

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