Quebec Gym Owners Call for ‘Health Protest’ After Fine Threats From Premier

Quebec Gym Owners Call for ‘Health Protest’ After Fine Threats From Premier
An empty gym is seen in Montreal on Oct. 26, 2020 amid pandemic lockdown orders. Paul Chiasson/The Canadian Press
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Quebec gym owners are calling on supporters to join their “health protest” on Oct. 29, in response to the province’s extended lockdown orders.

Quebec Premier François Legault announced on Oct. 26 that the province will extend its lockdown orders across regions under the government’s highest pandemic-alert levels—including Montreal and Quebec City—from Oct. 28 to Nov. 23. Bars, restaurant dining areas, gyms and entertainment venues were ordered to close.