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Quebec's public health director, Dr. Horacio Arruda, has confirmed the death of a Quebec woman after she received the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine in early April. The premier said Montreal may be quieter because the province is focusing on getting other parts of Quebec caught up after initially prioritizing the metropolis in the initial weeks of the vaccination campaign. To reserve an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine, you can go on the online portal quebec.ca/covidvaccine. Legault was a member of the National Assembly of Quebec from 1998 to 2009, serving in the government of Quebec as Minister of Education from 1998 to 2002 and as Minister of Health from 2002 to 2003. I want to offer my sincerest condolences to the family," Arruda said. ‘Good chance’ new Quebec language bill will include notwithstanding clause: Legault The notwithstanding clause allows governments to adopt laws that violate Canadians' fundamental … Stay at least two metres away from other people as much as possible. These interventions are recorded in the Journal des débats (Hansard).. The province has administered more than 2.1 million of the 2.8 million doses it has received, although some are still in transit through the system. MONTREAL—Quebec Premier François Legault says he won’t put children at risk after blowback from parents and teachers over talk of sending kids back to … Quebec Premier Francois Legault told reporters he’s satisfied with the province’s vaccine rollout, including at walk-in clinics that offer the AstraZeneca vaccine for people between 55 and 79 As part of his daily briefings, Premier François Legault announced that primary schools throughout the province, excluding in the Greater Montreal area and Laval, are scheduled to reopen on May 11.. Montreal and Laval primary school students are scheduled to return on May 19. Shortages? On Tuesday, Legault reminded Quebecers about a new rule stating that any time two or more people from different households gather outside in red or orange pandemic-alert zones, they have to … Thank you for your patience. Comments that violate our community guidelines will not be posted. Local News; COVID-19 updates for Tuesday, April 27: 'Restrictions are working' in the Montreal area, Legault says . We aim to have all comments reviewed in a timely manner. There is no need to change Quebec’s COVID-19 vaccine strategy despite reports of empty walk-in vaccine clinics in the Montreal area, Premier Francois Legault said Thursday. Quebec's public health director has confirmed the death of a woman after she received the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine in early April, and the curfew in Montreal and Laval will be pushed back to 9:30 p.m. starting next Monday. Here's what you need to know. Quebec government reported 1,513 new cases of COVID-19 Thursday and 15 additional deaths due to the pandemic. WATCH: Dr. Zain Chagla on the risks and benefits of the vaccine. If you are looking to give feedback on our new site, please send it along to, To view this site properly, enable cookies in your browser. If you would like to write a letter to the editor, please forward it to letters@globeandmail.com. “I’m not perfect, like all Quebecers,” he said. We aim to create a safe and valuable space for discussion and debate. Read our. The premier also addressed the controversy surrounding his decision to roll back some of the rules for outdoor mask wearing, after the initial health order was blasted by critics as confusing and arbitrary. Quarantine? The Quebec government approved thirteen corporate vaccination centres earlier this month. Our Morning Update and Evening Update newsletters are written by Globe editors, giving you a concise summary of the day’s most important headlines. In the "Link to intervention" column, interventions identified by a time of day may contain transcription errors, because they refer to a preliminary unrevised version of the Journal des débats. Legault sits as a member of the National Assembly (MNA) for the Lanaudière region riding of L'Assomption. 11 h 55 Quebec plans to close bars, says Legault. Quebec government reminders for preventing the spread of COVID-19: You can find information on COVID-19 in the province here and information on the situation in Montreal here. Please log in to listen to this story. We hope to have this fixed soon. Arruda said tests showed the antibodies created by the vaccine caused the platelet problem that led to the patient's death. Find breaking Montreal & COVID-19 news, live coverage, weather, traffic, in-depth reporting, sports, local events and video. This is a space where subscribers can engage with each other and Globe staff. Quebec is bringing back an 8 p.m. curfew in the Montreal area and extending a lockdown order in three cities and one region as it tightens COVID-19 restrictions for the second time in just three days. “We have a certain number of doses available now, not enough for our taste, until the end of May,” he said. “This morning, the Superior Court of Quebec rendered a judgment on Bill 21, which deals with the secularism of the state. Sign up today. While private gatherings are still prohibited in red zones, Legault encouraged — and outright asked — Quebecers … To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). Interventions. Quebec confirms 1st death related to rare AstraZeneca-linked blood clots, emphasizes benefits outweigh risks. This article is being updated. Some pointed out the rules meant that a romantic couple who don’t live together needed to wear masks outside but not at home. Herron was among the hardest-hit homes in the province during the first wave of the pandemic. 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. They will be able to go to walk-in … As well, elementary schools will open back up in Quebec City and Chaudière-Appalaches, though secondary schools and some service centres — in Beauce, Lac-Etchemin and part of Bellechasse — will remain closed given the level of spread in the community, he said. He dropped some hints about his upcoming announcement regarding February 8. Readers can also interact with The Globe on Facebook and Twitter . Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. Quebec Premier Francois Legault has asked that 1,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces remain in Quebec until Sept. 15 to continue helping out in the province's long-term care facilities, which have been battered by COVID-19. Legault had originally ordered that two or more people from separate households had to wear masks outside at all times unless they were sitting down at least two metres apart. Legault said they are still waiting for those with chronic illnesses and disabilities to make their appointments. Beginning in the morning of April 21, the AstraZeneca vaccine will be available to anyone 45 and older in Quebec, Premier François Legault announced … Premier François Legault announced the curfew in Montreal and Laval will be pushed back to 9:30 p.m. starting next Monday, given the improving situation in the province's two largest cities. Curfew in Montreal, Laval will return to 9:30 p.m., elementary schools to reopen in Quebec City, Quebec widens priority vaccination to more chronic conditions, people with disabilities, painful reminder of father's COVID-19 death, next priority for COVID-19 vaccine in Quebec, bonuses to workers who get vaccinated against COVID-19, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices, An 'insensitive' vaccination notice was a. Canadians over 30 should be offered AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine. "It is very sad. Also available in French and Mandarin. As part of his daily COVID-19-related briefings, Quebec Premier François Legault said the province’s latest numbers are “very encouraging.” Earlier on Monday, public health officials announced six new COVID-19-related deaths in the province, the lowest … Click here to subscribe. “Of course we will continue to follow the situation closely as it evolves,” said Legault in French. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. Welcome to The Globe and Mail’s comment community. $100 OFF 4-week supply of MREs http://preparewithtruthergirls.comLockdown? What we know about the coronavirus variant. euh, les rencontres avant de s'asseoir. Avoid the use of toxic and offensive language. The premier also defended his decision to announce the changes on Facebook rather than in question period or at a news conference, saying he hadn’t wanted to wait to deliver the news. You can also call 1-877-644-4545. I'm a print subscriber, link to my account, Read more about following topics and authors. Given the high positivity rate in the Outaouais region, public health measures will stay in effect until May 9. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. Those 55 and up can receive the AstraZeneca vaccine at walk-in clinics as of last week. 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