Timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Montreal

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Timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Montreal[edit | edit source]

This article provides a detailed timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It includes key events, government measures, and important milestones related to the pandemic in the city.

2020[edit | edit source]

March[edit | edit source]

  • March 12: The first case of COVID-19 is confirmed in Montreal.
  • March 13: The Quebec government declares a state of health emergency.
  • March 15: The first death due to COVID-19 is reported in Montreal.
  • March 16: The Quebec government announces the closure of all non-essential businesses and services.
  • March 23: Montreal enters a lockdown, with strict measures implemented to limit the spread of the virus.
  • March 27: The Montreal public health department launches a COVID-19 information hotline.

April[edit | edit source]

  • April 6: The Quebec government extends the lockdown measures until May 4.
  • April 15: Montreal becomes the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada, with the highest number of cases and deaths in the country.
  • April 17: The Quebec government announces the mandatory use of face masks in public places in Montreal.
  • April 28: The Montreal public health department starts conducting widespread testing in long-term care facilities.

May[edit | edit source]

  • May 4: The Quebec government begins a gradual reopening of the economy, allowing certain businesses to resume operations.
  • May 11: Montreal's public transit system, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), implements mandatory face mask usage for all passengers.
  • May 25: Montreal's public parks and outdoor recreational facilities reopen to the public.

June[edit | edit source]

  • June 1: Montreal enters the first phase of its economic recovery plan, allowing additional businesses to reopen.
  • June 22: The Quebec government lifts travel restrictions within the province, allowing residents to travel freely between regions.
  • June 25: Montreal's restaurants and bars are permitted to reopen with limited capacity.

July[edit | edit source]

  • July 1: Montreal enters the second phase of its economic recovery plan, further easing restrictions on businesses and services.
  • July 18: The Montreal public health department reports a significant decrease in the number of new COVID-19 cases in the city.
  • July 31: The Quebec government announces the mandatory use of face masks in all indoor public spaces in Montreal.

August[edit | edit source]

  • August 3: Montreal's museums and cultural venues reopen to the public with safety measures in place.
  • August 17: The Quebec government allows indoor gatherings of up to 250 people in Montreal, with physical distancing measures.
  • August 31: Montreal's schools reopen for in-person classes, with safety protocols implemented.

2021[edit | edit source]

January[edit | edit source]

  • January 9: The Quebec government imposes a curfew in Montreal and other regions, prohibiting non-essential outdoor activities between 8 PM and 5 AM.
  • January 18: Montreal's vaccination campaign against COVID-19 begins, prioritizing healthcare workers and vulnerable populations.
  • January 26: The Quebec government extends the curfew in Montreal until February 8.

February[edit | edit source]

  • February 8: The Quebec government lifts the curfew in Montreal, allowing non-essential outdoor activities after 8 PM.
  • February 22: Montreal enters the first phase of its vaccination campaign for the general population, starting with individuals aged 85 and older.

March[edit | edit source]

  • March 15: Montreal enters the second phase of its vaccination campaign, expanding eligibility to individuals aged 70 and older.
  • March 26: The Quebec government imposes a lockdown in Montreal and other regions due to a surge in COVID-19 cases.

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