There were long lineups at cannabis retailers and hardware stores throughout Ottawa Saturday, as customers rushed to make purchases ahead of temporary closure order that take effect at midnight across the province. Cannabis shops, which had been deemed essential two weeks earlier, have now been ordered to close — although recreational users can still order online through the government-owned Ontario Cannabis Store. A similar scene played out on Wellington Street West in front of the Superette cannabis store. (Chris Rands/CBC)Meanwhile, hardware stores can now sell their goods online and offer curbside pick-up or delivery — but must shut their retail stores. He said he wasn't comfortable buying some of his supplies online, without seeing them first in person.

Source: CBC News April 04, 2020 22:30 UTC