A decision on whether to extend Ottawa’s ban on public gatherings past June 30 — a move that would snuff out any remaining hope for Bluesfest and Canada Day celebrations — is expected in the next few weeks, city staff said Thursday.
In keeping with legislation from the Ontario government banning gatherings of more than five people to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, the City of Ottawa announced last week it would ban public events until at least the end of June.
That meant a swift end to any spring festivals, as they would be unable to obtain necessary event permits from the city. Anthony Di Monte, Ottawa’s general manager of emergency and protective services, told Global News in a statement Thursday that the city is likely going