Ford Government Preparing to Lift Mask Mandate According to Sources

Wednesday, 9 March 2022 04:33

By Tami Jeanneret

Premier will take to the podium this morning for scheduled announcement

According to sources the Ford government will drop most COVID-19 mask mandates, including in schools, restaurants and stores, across the province starting March 21st.

Two sources confirmed the move to the Toronto Star last night.

Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister Christine Elliot have a news conference set for 10 this morning,

Ontario's top doctor will hold a follow up media update at 11:00 on the province's plan to "live with and manage COVID-19."

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