| With provinces gradually rolling out their plans for reopening, many people across Canada are excited to start going out to enjoy patio drinks, Sunday brunch and all the other things we haven’t been able to do since quarantine started. However, it’s important to remember that, while things are improving and the number of new cases is gradually going down, the pandemic is still here—and reopening doesn’t mean that things are back to “normal.” The COVID-19 cases in Canada may be much lower than in the US, but there’s still a power imbalance of uninsured restaurant workers having to go back to work during a global pandemic without a vaccine, and people who want to go out and drink their artisanal cocktails without taking precautions. Here, everything you need to know about health and safety regulations for restaurants and food services, things you should consider before deciding to dine out, plus how you can make sure you stay safe and respectful of restaurant staff. |
