COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Wednesday

• Quebec reported 142 new cases of COVID-19 and four more deaths Wednesday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been57,938confirmedcases and 5,662people have died.
• There are 235peoplein hospital (a decrease of 12), including 16in intensive care (an increase of one). Here's aguide to the numbers.
• CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.
• Having trouble keeping track of what has reopened?Consult our list.

As the number of COVID-19 cases in the province continues to trend upward, some Quebec experts are weighing in on the possible reasons behind this increase.

Many in the province have been quick to blame the uptick on the reopening of bars last month, while others believe private gatherings are the cause.

The five-day rolling average of new cases in Quebec has climbed from 70 to 159 this month.

• More:What's behind the latest rise in coronavirus cases in Quebec?

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