The Quebec government had previously earmarked March 14 as the return to 100% capacity in venues across the province, but the timeline was moved up on Wednesday, giving the Habs a chance to count on full home ice advantage beginning on March 12, just in time for the Seattle Kraken's inaugural visit to Montreal.
As part of the new measures, proof of vaccination will no longer be required for fans attending games at the Bell Centre. Fans will, however, still be required to wear face coverings at all times while not actively eating or drinking.