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Each employee, student and intern returning from a trip outside Canada is required to observe a 14-day mandatory isolation period, as prescribed by Public Health.
The Government of Quebec has imposed several measures to limit the contagion and protect the health of the population, such as containment for people over 70 years of age and shutting down educational institutions and non-essential businesses. Younger, healthy people who go outdoors must keep a distance of two metres from anyone they meet. Gatherings should be avoided.
If you experience flu-like symptoms (cough, fever, difficulty breathing), call toll-free 1-877-644-4545 (Coronavirus Info Line) immediately. Additional phone lines have been added for certain regions of Quebec.
You can also do the COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment Tool (covid19.quebec.ca). Note that the self-assessment tool does not replace professional advice or a medical consultation.
Notify the director of your research centre if :
For more information on the symptoms and prevention of COVID-19, see the Frequently Asked Questions section of the Government of Québec.
The Government of Quebec recommends that certain basic health guidelines be followed to avoid spreading COVID-19 :
For more information, visit the Instructions and directives of the Government of Québec.