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

Today marks the start of classes for thousands of students in Quebec's French schools the first time Montreal students head back to school since the pandemic shut them down last spring.

Today marks the start of classes for thousands of students in Quebec's French schools

Is it safe to go back to school?

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A lot of questions are coming up in this hectic back-to-school season. A fundamental one: is it safe to return? CBC's Sean Henry looked into the government's response and plan.
  • Quebec reported 111new cases of COVID-19 and three more deaths Thursday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been62,056confirmedcases and 5,750people have died.
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  • CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.
  • Having trouble keeping track of what has reopened?Consult our list.

Today marks the start of classes for thousands of students in Quebec's French schools the first time Montreal students head back to school since the pandemic shut them down last spring.

As outlined in the government's regulations announced earlier this summer, students aged 10 years or older are required to wear masks on school buses and when circulating outside of classrooms. Younger students are not required to wear masks, but they are allowed to do so.

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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 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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