Ford Announces Plan to Lift Remaining COVID-19 Restrictions in Coming Months

Ford Announces Plan to Lift Remaining COVID-19 Restrictions in Coming Months
Ontario Premier Doug Ford attends a press briefing at the Queens Park legislature in Toronto on Oct. 15, 2021. The Canadian Press/Chris Young
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced plans to gradually lift all COVID-19 public health restrictions over the coming months, including masking requirements by March 2022.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Ford and other officials said the first step in the exit plan is to remove capacity limits in settings where proof of vaccination is required, including gyms, bars, restaurants, casinos, and other indoor gathering spaces. The order will take effect on Monday Oct. 25 at 12:01 a.m.