Quebec will likely extend coronavirus red zone rules There is also speculation that the government may announce further restrictions on public gatherings over the holidays in an effort to limit the spread of the coronavirus, thereby making it safer for students and teachers to return to class in January.Legault has not come out in favour of distance education for students.On Wednesday, Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce rejected the idea of extending school vacations in his province, saying current protocols in schools were sufficient to keep school children safe..