COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Thursday
Province raises public gathering limit from 50 to 250 people as of Aug. 3
- Quebec reported 142 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths Thursday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 58,080 confirmed cases and 5,662 people have died.
- There are 221 people in hospital (a decrease of 14), including 14 in intensive care (a decrease of two). Here's a guide to the numbers.
- CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, please get in touch.
- Having trouble keeping track of what has reopened? Consult our list.
The maximum number of people who can attend indoor or outdoor events in public venues will increase from 50 to 250 on Aug. 3, the Quebec government announced Thursday afternoon.
In a news release, the government said the change was recommended by public health authorities and that the established rules for physical distancing and hygiene will remain in effect.
Some parents considering home-schooling
Eve Mendelovitch is one of many parents in the province who says the the odds of sending her kids back to school this fall are slim to none.
Mendelovitch, who is immunocompromised and lives with her 73-year-old mother, is looking for guidance on home-schooling instead, and she isn't the only one.
Since the start of the COVID-19 lockdown, more than 500 parents have asked to join the Québec Association for Home-Based Education (AQED) Facebook group.
The government announced in June that students in preschool to Grade 9 would be headed back to classrooms this September.
Top COVID-19 stories today
- South Shore day camps close temporarily after COVID-19 outbreaks.
- Public pools in Lachine and Verdun have closed after lifeguards were exposed to COVID-19.
- Watch: Tackling wheelchair wheelchair fishing after months of COVID-19 lockdown.
- What's behind the latest rise in coronavirus cases in Quebec?
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
- Fever.
- New or worsening cough.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Sudden loss of smell without a stuffy nose.
If you think you may have COVID-19, the government asks that you call 1‑877‑644‑4545 to 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 covering in enclosed public spaces.
- 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 province here and information on the situation in Montreal here.
