Quebec Says Vaccination Won’t Be Compulsory for Teachers, School Staff

Quebec Says Vaccination Won’t Be Compulsory for Teachers, School Staff
Quebec Minister of Health Christian Dube (L) and Daniel Pare, head of the Quebec vaccination program speak during a news conference in Montreal on Aug. 24, 2021. The Canadian Press/Graham Hughes
Andrew Chen
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The Quebec government has announced that COVID-19 vaccines will not be mandatory for teachers and school staff in the province.

Quebec’s Ministry of Health and Social Services said in a statement on Oct. 27, that vaccination will not be compulsory for school personnel in public and private preschool, primary and secondary schools, following recommendations from public health authorities.