"The latest trends in numbers have raised some concern, especially as we begin to reopen schools and post-secondary institutions," Health Minister Christine Elliott said. 

Some local gym owners say just because they can expand capacity, doesn't necessarily mean they will.

The province has increased capacity limits for sports, fitness and recreational facilities.

The stage three entry took effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday. Windsor-Essex is the last region of Ontario to remain in stage two.

“We’ve taken great strides in terms of new protocols in safety for our customers and for our employees. The experience is a little different, but it is still a great experience to come down here and taste world-class wines.”

Stage 3 of Ontario's reopening effort took effect across 24 out of the province's 34 public health units on Friday.

On Monday, Premier Doug Ford unveiled plans for Stage 3, which would see gathering limits increasing to 50 people indoors and 100 people outdoors starting this Friday.

On Monday, Premier Doug Ford unveiled plans for Stage 3, which would see gathering limits increase to 50 people indoors and 100 people outdoors starting this Friday.

Stage 3 of Ontario's reopening plan amid the novel coronavirus pandemic is set to begin July 17.

In a statement to Global News, a Cineplex spokesperson said the company welcomes the news of Stage 3 reopening but is still reviewing what's being proposed by the province.