At least 141 people have contracted COVID-19 in connection to an outbreak at a gym in Quebec City, the regional health authority confirmed Thursday. The outbreak at Mega Gym 24H has led to 21 more outbreaks at workplaces, according to the CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale. Despite the order, the facility remained open until about 3 p.m. That's when Quebec City police showed up to shut the place down. Owner has history of defying provincial ordersDan Marino, owner of Mega Gym, has not responded to requests for comment. Dan Marino, owner of Mega Fitness Gym 24H, has been a vocal opponent of the government's decision to close gyms during the pandemic.

Source: CBC News April 01, 2021 22:55 UTC