Statistics Canada report.While parts of the economy are now reopening, experts say social distancing may dash any hopes restaurateurs have for a quick recovery.The report, which was released on Wednesday, found 56 per cent of food and drinking service respondents said their venues were closed at some point in April, while 41 per cent reported being closed for the entire month.
Restaurants are set to reopen, but your meal will come with a side of COVID-19 rules Full-service restaurants across the country took the brunt of the fallout at a 57.6 per cent loss in sales, while limited-service restaurants that were able to offer take-out and delivery options saw a 22.8 per cent drop in sales.The federal government has helped a bit.