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Proof of covid vaccination and mask wearing requirements changed for visitors to the National Gallery of Canada

March 23, 2022

Effective on March 23, 2022, visitors to the National Gallery of Canada will no longer be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination. While the wearing of masks is strongly encouraged, it is no longer mandatory.   

The Gallery will maintain a range of health and safety measures to combat COVID-19, including mandatory face masks for employees, enhanced cleaning and hand sanitizing stations. 

If you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID or are not feeling well, please postpone your visit until you are feeling better. You can assess if you have symptoms of COVID-19 here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/.

For additional information about how to visit the Gallery safely, please visit: https://www.gallery.ca/visit/visit-the-gallery-safely.

 

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