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Last updated Sept. 18.

In a bid to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, Quebec banned many large gatherings and ordered many non-essential businesses to close, though employees of any company were permitted to work from home. Here is a partial list of what services are open, closed or modified in Montreal and Quebec.

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In general, most activities are allowed, provided proper precautions are taken, including a two-metre distance or physical barrier between people not from the same household. New closures can be re-imposed if the situation deteriorates. For private businesses, this list says what is authorized to open, which does not guarantee that an individual business will be open.

Use of face coverings is strongly recommended in public areas where possible and is mandatory in all indoor public spaces as of July 18.

Gatherings

Outdoor and indoor private gatherings of not more than 10 people (preferably from not more than three households) are permitted, though outdoor is preferred. Two-metre distance is required between those not in the same household. People who have COVID-19, who are waiting on a result, have symptoms or were told to self-isolate must not participate in a gathering. Hosts are encouraged to follow health safety guidelines.