Some restaurants staying closedCormier said the late notice felt to her like a "disrespectful" move on the government's part. "Like you, we were surprised that the government announced an end to the restrictions a week early. Restaurant association requested the early reopeningStill, Gordon Stewart thinks those who will remain closed are in the minority. The executive director of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia said he expects 90 per cent of restaurants will take advantage of the early reopening date. Although January is typically a slow time in the hospitality industry, Stewart said he's hopeful the early reopening will be met with "pent up demand."

Source: CBC News January 02, 2021 20:48 UTC