Vaccine passports roll out in Ontario and New Brunswick

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Ontario and New Brunswick are rolling out vaccine passport systems on Wednesday that require people who are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine to show proof of vaccination before entering non-essential indoor spaces. 

The programs will require people who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines to show proof of vaccination at non-essential businesses where large numbers of people gather, including dine-in restaurants, gyms, sports events and clubs.

Dr. Kieran Moore, Ontario’s chief medical officer, urged people to be patient as workers and businesses adjust to the new requirement. The top doctor said he hopes the new system will help boost vaccination rates — particularly