COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Friday
Art and sports activities must be done inside a class bubble until Sept. 14
- Quebec reported 98 new cases of COVID-19 and no deaths Friday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 62,154 confirmed cases and 5,750 people have died.
- There are 117 people in hospital (an increase of two), including 17 in intensive care (an increase 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.
Students in Quebec will be allowed to participate in school sports and art activities between class groups starting Sept. 14 if there isn't a surge in COVID-19 cases over the next two weeks, Premier François Legault said Friday.
The announcement comes only a day after Education Minister Jean-François Roberge said activities would be restricted to class bubbles.
Roberge's remarks sparked an online petition that quickly garnered tens of thousands of thousands of signatures.
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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 when 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 province here and information on the situation in Montreal here.
