Curfew and cystic fibrosis

From Saturday, January 9, and until February 8, a curfew will now be in force in Quebec. Between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., it will be forbidden for anyone to be outside their place of residence or the land of their residence, except in the case of exceptions.

People living with cystic fibrosis and their loved ones are directly targeted by these exceptions, as the reality of their daily lives often forces them not to respect this curfew measure. Don't worry! See below for the list of exceptions that can justify your presence outside your home between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m.

In any case, we strongly recommend that you always have written proof with you that can explain your departure. These documents will allow police officers to verify the legitimacy of the presence of a person who is driving during curfew: pharmacy bill, medical prescription, optometrist or dentist bill, etc.

On the other hand, to allow people who travel during the curfew because of their work to easily demonstrate the need for their travel, employers are invited to download, complete and sign the form Employer's certificate — Travel during the curfew declared by the Government of Quebec. You can download this form further down this page or on the site of the Government of Quebec.

Do not hesitate to contact us at info@vivreaveclafk.com for more information, or by phone at (514) 288-3157.

Exceptions (not an exhaustive list)

— A person whose presence is essential in the workplace;
— A person who must go to get the medication they need following a medical appointment;
— A person who needs to go to the hospital or clinic, to the dentist, the optometrist, or back;
— A person who has to go to the bedside of a sick or injured relative;
— A student who must participate in a face-to-face evening course or in a laboratory in a recognized school;
— A parent who must take his children home to the other parent who has custody of them;
— A person who returns from abroad (due to work for example) by a night flight and must return to his residence;
— A person who must go outside so that his dog can do “his needs”;
— A person who must accompany another person who is unable to drive to a medical appointment;
— A parent who must accompany a sick child to the hospital;
— A parent who has to drive their teenager back to work.

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