Health Minister John Haggie says the province may be on track to start staycations on time this tourism season. (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador)With the accelerating COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Newfoundland and Labrador, Health Minister John Haggie is optimistic that staycation season will start on time this year, but the reaction from tourism operators is mixed. There is optimism and uncertainty about how the tourism season will proceed amid the second year of the coronoavirus pandemic. His company is known for its wild berry jams, sauces and chocolates sold in gift shops across the province. Knudsen added he's hoping locals continue to support the province's tourism industry and continue taking staycations after the pandemic is over.

Source: CBC News March 07, 2021 21:45 UTC