Here’s a look at what’s happening across Canada in terms of restrictions and reopening plans as of March 1st, 2022.
British Columbia
- Masking still required in public indoor settings in “areas of office building where services to the public are provided
Alberta
- Entering into step 2 of the the 3 step plan. Mandatory work-from-home requirements have been lifted.
- Provincial mask mandate to be lifted in most settings, except on high-risk areas such as transit
Saskatchewan
- Dropping mask mandates as of February 28th 2022
- Mandatory self-isolation no longer in effect, however it strongly recommended
- Proof of vaccination no longer required
Manitoba
- Starting today, March 1st restaurants, gyms and concert venues will no longer require proof of vaccination
- March 15th, masks will no longer be required
Ontario
- No capacity limits, proof of vaccination no longe required
- Mask face coverings still in place
- Customer Passive screening still in place
- Safety plans remain in tact
Quebec
- As of Feb 28th: Gradual return to hybrid mode
- Masks no longer required in the workplace when there are physical barriers between people or a distance of two meters. Still to be worn in common areas
- More updates coming March 14th
Nunavut
- Capacity limits remain in place
- Masking requirements still in place
Yukon
Masks are currently mandated in all indoor public spaces.
Northwest Territories
Mandatory masking is still in effect
Newfoundland
- Masking requirements still in place
- No capacity restrictions for retail stores
- Restrictions limiting on March 14th 2022
Nova Scotia
- Currently in Phase 1
- Masking requirements still in place
- Businesses and organizations need to follow the Health Protection Act Order and their sector-specific plans and should follow the OHS Covid-19 guidelines.
New Brunswick
- All restrictions to be lifted on March 14th, no masks will be required in public spaces.
- Businesses and organizations will be permitted to operate at full capacity without physical distancing requirements
- Isolation will no longer be required for the general public
- Business owners may continue to keep programs in place (such as masking) in the interest of Employee H&S.
PEI
- As of February 28th, no longer requiring proof of vaccination
- Masks still required for indoor public areas
- Continue to support work from home where needed