Quebec officials are expected to provide an update on Thursday afternoon on developments related to the novel coronavirus pandemic as the province looks to progressively ease restrictions starting next week.
The government plans to gradually reopen parts of the economy and the education sector as well as scale back on travel limitations throughout the month of May.
However, officials have asked that Quebecers maintain social-distancing rules and that a ban on gatherings remains in place. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] Despite the rise in COVID-19 cases and deaths, Premier François Legault has repeatedly said the situation is mostly under control.