Security checkpoints added in several Quebec regions to limit the spread of COVID-19

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MONTREAL — Checkpoints will be added in and around four Quebec regions as of noon on Wednesday to limit non-essential travel during the COVID-19 pandemic, as public health officials work to limit the spread of the virus.

These changes will affect:

The Surete du Quebec will be working with the Gatineau police and Outaouais public security to implement measures to limit travel in these regions to essential services only.

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On Tuesday, Quebecers were asked not to travel between regions unless absolutely necessary.