OTTAWA -- The COVID-19 outbreak is forcing the cancellation and postponement of several popular festivals and fairs in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec.
The Maxville Fair set for June 26 to 28 in Maxville has been cancelled. In a statement, the Maxville Fair Board of Directors says “in this time of uncertainty, for the protection of our volunteers and for the protection of our community the Board of Directors of the Maxville Fair wishes to advise the 2020 Maxville Fair is officially cancelled.” “This was not an easy decision and was made after much consideration, discussion and anxiety.” On Wednesday, organizers announced the popular Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival set for September 3 to 7 has been cancelled.