Projections for COVID-19 case counts&nbsp;are pointing straight up in Ontario and Quebec&nbsp;thanks to the Omicron variant.

Meanwhile, provincial governments are rapidly deploying boosters and tests ahead of the holiday season, and restrictions are once again tightening in some regions.

Our question this week:&nbsp;Are you prepared for an Omicron surge? Have provincial restrictions gone too far or not far enough?

Yes, pandemic fatigue is an issue, experts say. Will Omicron make it worse?

"Pandemic fatigue" is the weariness among some people to abide by more coronavirus-related restrictions. But some experts say it's still unclear just what impact that fatigue might have on whether people follow new restrictions being implemented amid the rapidly spreading Omicron variant.

Some experts say it's still unclear just what impact pandemic fatigue has on behaviour of individuals and the role it might play in people ignoring new restrictions being implemented amid the rapidly spreading Omicron variant.

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Some experts say it's still unclear just what impact pandemic fatigue has on people's behaviour and whether they will follow new restrictions being implemented amid the rapidly spreading Omicron variant.

Canadians in search of COVID-19 rapid tests face lack of supply, shaky rollout

Canadians across the country are rushing to obtain COVID-19 rapid tests amid the spread of the Omicron variant, only to find limited supplies and confusing rollouts.

"There were audible groans of disappointment when the guy with the sign came out," said David Brennan of the Bank Street and Walkley Road location. "It all felt very improvised and dystopian."

Bank and Walkley. At least 50 in line going back home.

David Brennan says 'there were audible groans of disappointment' after people were informed that an LCBO in Ottawa was out of COVID-19 rapid tests.

Trudeau calls on Canadians to 'starve' Omicron by following public health guidance over the winter

While he admits the public's willingness to follow public health measures may be waning, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is asking Canadians to stay focused on preventing the Omicron variant from ruining the coming winter and spring.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to CBC News at a vaccine clinic in Montreal's Olympic Stadium.

B.C. limits indoor gatherings, cancels New Year's Eve events as Omicron picks up speed

As B.C. faces yet another surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant, health officials have announced new public health restrictions, including limits on indoor gatherings, capacity limits in large venues, suspension of sports tournaments and cancellations of organized New Year's Eve events.

B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced a raft of new public health orders to deal with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 on Dec. 17, 2021.

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B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced a raft of new public health orders to deal with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 on Friday.

'Omicron will not take a holiday': Ontario announces new limits for gatherings, businesses as COVID-19 spikes

Ontario is rolling out a suite of new restrictions for businesses and social gatherings as the province contends with a spike in COVID-19 cases linked to the Omicron variant.

Two million rapid tests will be made available for free in high-traffic settings including select LCBO locations, some malls, holiday markets, public libraries and transit hubs over the holidays.

Quebec government tightens public health measures as COVID-19 cases soar

As COVID-19 cases spike across the province and the threat of Omicron looms, the Quebec government is re-tightening public health measures starting Monday while speeding up its booster shot campaign.

Premier François Legault said the by-election in the riding of Marie-Victorin will be held after Christmas, adding that he does not want to "impose on the people of Longueuil a third election in three months" following the federal and municipal campaigns.

Premier François Legault

On Thursday, Quebec Premier François Legault said the coronavirus situation in Quebec is now critical.

All travellers will once again need a molecular COVID-19 test before arriving in Canada

Canada is increasing testing requirements for international travellers and dropping its travel ban on flights from 10 African countries as the government tries to quash the spread of the highly transmissible Omicron variant.

A United States-bound passenger walks in Toronto Pearson Airport's Terminal 3 on Dec. 3.

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CBC News provides COVID-19 updates on travel restrictions and PCR testing.

Travellers to Canada will need a molecular test

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A health-care worker talks to people as they wait to receive a COVID-19 test in Montreal on Friday. As COVID-19 cases once again rise due to the Omicron variant, many Canadians across the country are facing tough decisions about holiday plans.

Are you prepared for an Omicron surge?

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