Quebec Premier François Legault expressed optimism about the possibility of getting Quebec’s economy back on track, after taking a hit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Non-essential businesses have been shuttered for weeks in an effort to contain the spread the virus, which has had an impact on the economy.
Legault said he was encouraged by COVID-19 projections — made public on Tuesday — and believes Quebec is leaning towards a best-case scenario because of its social-distancing measures.
Public health officials project the number of cases will peak around April 18 and Legault said he was hopeful businesses could start opening next month. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] “But we have to restart the