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

Inspectors will be dispatched to Quebec schools to ensure they follow COVID-19 guidelines.

Inspectors will be dispatched to schools to ensure they follow COVID-19 guidelines

A kindergarten class is seen with individual plexiglass shields at the Marie-Claire Academy in Montreal on Monday. (Paul Chiasson/The Canadian Press)
  • Quebec reported 132new cases of COVID-19 and two moredeaths Wednesday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been62,746 confirmedcases and5,764people have died.
  • There are 109peoplein hospital (a decrease of one), including 20in intensive care (no change). Here's aguide to the numbers.
  • 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.

Teams of workplace health and safety officers are being dispatched into the province's elementary and high schoolsto ensure they comply with the guidelines laid out by the Health Ministry.

Labour Minister Jean Boulet said the inspectors will verify that students and staff are wearing masks when necessary, maintaining social distances and that schools are being kept clean.

Boulet said school principals could alsobe handed a fineif they are reluctant to make the changes after being given a warning, but stressedthat would be a last resort.

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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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