The change was announced just before the two busiest days of the year for churches: Christmas Eve and Christmas day. In Cape Breton, Father Bill Burke of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish said COVID-19 had a significant impact on the faith community. "It's a special thing to come to mass on Christmas Eve and Christmas day," he said. Both Christmas Eve gatherings hosted by St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish are already filled, with reservations for the available seats booked solid. "To have real people, real faces and real human interactions in that most special time; Christmas Eve and Christmas Day," Mallon said.

Source: CBC News December 18, 2020 10:00 UTC