COVID-19
As the Coronavirus COVID-19 affects our community, we're keeping a close eye on developments to better inform and equip the community. On this page, we have gathered all the information and resources that can help you.
To be quickly informed of updates and messages from the Canadian government, visit their website directly.
Curfew in Quebec between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. from January 9 to February 8
Download the Employer Attestation - Travel During Curfew form (in French only).
For a return to studios and venues:
CNESST: Guide to Health Standards for the Performing Arts, Entertainment and Cinemas
Relaxed measures for circus arts: Physical contact and close physical proximity are now allowed between artists practicing all circus disciplines except tight wire, with no time limit, so long as all parties wear surgical masks.
FAQ by Ministère de la Culture et des communications on the CNESST guide
CNESST: Guide to Health Standards for Sports and Recreation Activities
NAC: Guide for the safe reopening of the performing arts sector
Border closure
Canada-United States Border: Closed
International Boarder: Closed
Visit the Montreal airport website for more up-to-date info.
General information
Information and advice from the World Health Organization
How to isolate at home when you have COVID-19
Vulnerable populations and COVID-19
Reduce the spread of COVID-19 : Wash your hands
INFORMATION AND MESURES BY PROVINCES
COVID-19 informations - Ministry of Health of Ontario
Contact Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 or your local public health unit if you’re experiencing symptoms of the coronavirus COVID-19.
List of financial support available in the province (Source: CHRC)
Information about COVID-19 - Nova Scotia government
Government of Canada novel coronavirus information line
Toll free: 1-833-784-4397
List of financial support available in the province (Source: CHRC)
Information about COVID-19 - Manitoba's government
Contact Health Links-Info Santé at 204-788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257 (toll-free) if you're experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.
List of financial support available in the province (Source: CHRC)
Information about COVID-19 - Prince Edward Island's government
Establishing a toll-free support line for Island businesses: 1-866-822-1751. The toll-free support line will operate from 8:00am – 8:00pm daily, beginning March 17, 2020.
($25 million Emergency Contingency Fund)
List of financial support available in the province (Source: CHRC)
USEFUL DOCUMENTATION
(In French only at the moment)
GOUVERNEMENT DU QUÉBEC | Information sur la COVID-19
GOUVERNEMENT DU QUÉBEC | Consignes sanitaires aux citoyens
GOUVERNEMENT DU QUÉBEC | Mesures d'aide pour les travailleur.euse.s autonomes
GOUVERNEMENT DU CANADA | Recommandations du gouvernement du Canada aux citoyens
CAC | Incidence sur les projets financés
CALQ | Message important à l'intention des artistes et organismes
CNESST | Questions/réponses sur le COVID-19
CRHA | Recommandations à l'intention des employeurs et travailleurs
CAPACOA | Recommandations pour le secteur du spectacle au Canada
MCC | Avis aux clientèles du ministère de la Culture et des Communications et de ses sociétés d'État