Montreal public health warns against “last chance” parties as new restrictions start at midnight

Montreal Public Health Director Dr. Mylène Drouin has released a statement warning Montrealers against holding and attending “last chance” parties, as new restrictions come into effect at midnight.

Dr. Drouin released the statement, confirming that now is not the time to celebrate. The province saw 3,846 new cases of COVID-19 today, and 59 new hospitalizations.

“‘Last chance’ parties, let’s face it, they’re a bad idea. The situation is worrying. Now is not the time to celebrate.”
—Dr. Mylène Drouin

Starting at midnight tonight, capacity limits at retail stores, bars, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and churches will be reduced to 50%, and gatherings will be limited to 10 people from three different households. Dancing at bars, nightclubs and concert venues is also prohibited, as well as karaoke. People must remain seated at these venues at all times.

Aux propriétaires, dès minuit ce soir :
➡️Capacité des lieux limitée à 50 %
➡️Maintien de la capacité des tables à 10 personnes (ou les occupants de 3 résidences)
????Interdiction de danser et participer à du karaoké
➡️Personnes assises en tout temps
— Dre Mylène Drouin, directrice santé publique Mtl (@Santepub_Mtl) December 19, 2021

Montreal Public Health Director Dr. Mylène Drouin has warned Montrealers against “last chance” parties as new restrictions start at midnight.

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