Premier Doug Ford has announced that a province-wide lockdown will start Saturday.
“We are asking all Ontarians to stay at home unless absolutely necessary for appointments, work, or groceries.”
The restrictions will be in place for 28 days in southern Ontario, and 14 days in northern Ontario.
He notes that despite restrictions, officials have seen a growing number of people travelling within Ontario.
Ford added that for those in yellow and green zones, they would be at risk with those travelling in from other restricted areas.
Students will have an extended holiday break. Schools will be welcoming students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 back in the classroom on January 11.
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