Public health announced Tuesday that it would allow 20 vaccinated Quebecers to gather during the holidays. Can we exceed this limit by organizing an event in the courtyard? What to do with the unvaccinated cousin? Are other relaxations planned? Here are some answers to your questions:
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Are outdoor gatherings still limited?
Yes. Public health has decided to maintain the limit of 20 people of different addresses or a little more when it comes to families of three domiciles for private gatherings outside since “there is not that many people. ‘activities that are done outdoors during the holiday season,’ said Dr Horacio Arruda.
Can the unvaccinated be allowed into indoor gatherings?
No. Participating in a gathering as an unvaccinated person puts other participants at risk as much as themselves. “Because also people who are vaccinated can still have the virus, transmit it to the unvaccinated, then your brother-in-law, who is unvaccinated, could end up in intensive care”, gave the example of Dr Horacio Arruda.
Are other reductions in the program?
No. Except for the easing of the number of participants in private indoor gatherings announced Tuesday, no other easing is planned by Quebec by Christmas. “We are still in an area of uncertainty,” explained Minister Dubé. People know that [le variant] Omicron is there, that we have not yet vaccinated (everyone) for the third dose. ”
Do children under 5 count towards the 20 person limit? What if they are not vaccinated?
Yes, children must be counted among the 20 participants. Quebec’s recommendation does not make a distinction on age, specifies Minister Dubé’s office. As children under 5 cannot yet receive a vaccine, they can be admitted, hosts are asked to be understanding.
What instructions should we follow during the party?
Quebec does not specify the rules for private gatherings indoors where all participants are vaccinated. “We trust Quebeckers to respect basic health measures”, specifies the team of the Minister of Health, Christian Dubé.
Is there a maximum number of parties?
No. As of December 23, it will be possible to participate in as many rallies as you want, as long as they are limited to 20 people vaccinated. Quebec has not yet determined whether the limit on the number of participants will be tightened again after the holidays. “It’s a measure that we take from the 23rd and then that we would like to last,” said Christian Dubé.