Canada travel restrictions

Canada The border between the US & Canada continues to be closed through at least March 21, 2021, though it’s highly likely the closure will be extended beyond that.

Canadians continue to be able to vacation in the US (if they want), while the opposite isn’t true. However, Canadians do have to undergo a significant testing and quarantine regime to return home from abroad.

With the Canadian government trying to restrict international travel as much as possible, it seems likely that current restrictions will remain in place.

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Canada Latest News: Officials extend COVID-19-related border closure with the US through March 21 (Garda, 22.02.2021). Toronto extends COVID-19 lockdown until 8 March (AP, 19.02.2021). Travelers to country must quarantine at hotel starting 22 February (AP, 12.02.2021). Government further restricts non-essential travel in, out of country; negative COVID-19 test required 72 hours before entry (Wish TV, 09.02.2021). Stay-at-home orders extended in several parts of Ontario until 22 February because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 08.02.2021). Government to make hotel quarantine compulsory for inbound travelers; international flights to be rerouted to YUL, YYZ, YYC and YVR (ITHIJ, 02.02.2021). Canada warns against nonessential travel to some areas in country, advises caution because of unsettled political situation (DIAFT, 02.02.2021). Canada’s major airlines to suspend all flights to Mexico, Caribbean from 31 January until 30 April (Reuters, 29.01.2021).

International Restrictions: Entry rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
The Canadian government requires all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where molecular testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply.
Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
From 15 February, travellers arriving by land, with some exceptions, will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 molecular test taken in the United States within 72 hours of arrival, or a positive test taken 14 to 90 days prior to arrival. Further details are available on Public Health Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. From 22 February, this will also apply to travellers arriving by land. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website.
If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate. Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. From 31 January to 30 April 2021, Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat and Sunwing have suspended all flights to the Caribbean. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297)
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262)
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728)
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538)
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see Entry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
In addition to the mandatory pre-departure tests, from 22 February, all travellers arriving in Canada by land and air, with some exceptions, will be required to take an additional test on arrival, and another toward the end of the 14 day self-isolation period. International travellers arriving at Toronto Pearson airport are already required to take an additional COVID-19 test on arrival. Further details are available on the Government of Ontario’s website.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. You must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US, to shorten time spent in self-isolation. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website. The scheme will be suspended upon introduction of mandatory testing on arrival from 22 February.
With limited exceptions, air travellers arriving from 22 February will be required to reserve, prior to departure to Canada, a 3 night stay in a government-authorised hotel at their own expense. Travellers will be able to book their government-authorised stay starting 18 February 2021. Further details are available on Public Health Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Canada: To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include:
• a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible
• closure of some public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres in affected cities and regions
• curfew or closure of bars and restaurants in affected cities and regions
• some public transport offering only a limited service
• mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public settings
*Public spaces and services: Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public or enclosed spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province.

Canada Latest News: Travelers to country must quarantine at hotel starting 22 February (AP, 12.02.2021). Government further restricts non-essential travel in, out of country; negative COVID-19 test required 72 hours before entry (Wish TV, 09.02.2021). Stay-at-home orders extended in several parts of Ontario until 22 February because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 08.02.2021). Government to make hotel quarantine compulsory for inbound travelers; international flights to be rerouted to YUL, YYZ, YYC and YVR (ITHIJ, 02.02.2021). Canada warns against nonessential travel to some areas in country, advises caution because of unsettled political situation (DIAFT, 02.02.2021). Canada’s major airlines to suspend all flights to Mexico, Caribbean from 31 January until 30 April (Reuters, 29.01.2021).

International Restrictions: Entry rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
The Canadian government requires all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where molecular testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply.
Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
From 15 February, travellers arriving by land, with some exceptions, will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 molecular test taken in the United States within 72 hours of arrival, or a positive test taken 14 to 90 days prior to arrival. Further details are available on Public Health Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. From 22 February, this will also apply to travellers arriving by land. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website.
If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate. Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. From 31 January to 30 April 2021, Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat and Sunwing have suspended all flights to the Caribbean. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297)
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262)
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728)
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538)
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see Entry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
In addition to the mandatory pre-departure tests, from 22 February, all travellers arriving in Canada by land and air, with some exceptions, will be required to take an additional test on arrival, and another toward the end of the 14 day self-isolation period. International travellers arriving at Toronto Pearson airport are already required to take an additional COVID-19 test on arrival. Further details are available on the Government of Ontario’s website.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. You must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US, to shorten time spent in self-isolation. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website. The scheme will be suspended upon introduction of mandatory testing on arrival from 22 February.
With limited exceptions, air travellers arriving from 22 February will be required to reserve, prior to departure to Canada, a 3 night stay in a government-authorised hotel at their own expense. Travellers will be able to book their government-authorised stay starting 18 February 2021. Further details are available on Public Health Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Canada: To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include:
• a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible
• closure of some public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres in affected cities and regions
• curfew or closure of bars and restaurants in affected cities and regions
• some public transport offering only a limited service
• mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public settings
*Public spaces and services: Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public or enclosed spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province.

Canada Latest News: Government further restricts non-essential travel in, out of country; negative COVID-19 test required 72 hours before entry (Wish TV, 09.02.2021). Stay-at-home orders extended in several parts of Ontario until 22 February because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 08.02.2021). Government to make hotel quarantine compulsory for inbound travelers; international flights to be rerouted to YUL, YYZ, YYC and YVR (ITHIJ, 02.02.2021). Canada warns against nonessential travel to some areas in country, advises caution because of unsettled political situation (DIAFT, 02.02.2021). Canada’s major airlines to suspend all flights to Mexico, Caribbean from 31 January until 30 April (Reuters, 29.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Entry rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19)
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on a href=”https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-special-measures.html”>Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where molecular testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available on a href=”https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2020/12/pre-departure-covid-19-testing-and-negative-results-for-air-travellers-coming-to-canada.html”>Transport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and onTransport Canada’s website
The Canadian government is planning additional border measures. Transport Canada has issued updated guidance for people planning to travel to Canada
in the near future. We will continue to update travel advice as details become available. If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. From 31 January to 30 April 2021, Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat and Sunwing have suspended all flights to the Caribbean. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website
.
You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297)
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262)
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728)
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538)
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website
.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see Entry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada
, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
In addition to the mandatory pre-departure test for travellers arriving in Canada by air, from 1 February 2021 all international passengers flying into Toronto Pearson airport are required to take a further COVID-19 test on arrival. Further details are available on the Government of Ontario’s website.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Canada: To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include:
• a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible
• closure of some public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres in affected cities and regions
• curfew or closure of bars and restaurants in affected cities and regions
• some public transport offering only a limited service
• mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public settings
*Public spaces and services: Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public or enclosed spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province.

Canada Non-essential travellers entering Canada through the land border will soon need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test before arrival, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today.

“As of Feb.15, when you return to Canada through a land border, you’ll need to show a 72-hour PCR test, just like air travel,” Trudeau said today during his regular morning media briefing outside Rideau Cottage.

The prime minister said border officers can’t legally deny entry to Canadians, but those who show up without proof of a test could face fines of up to $3,000.

“What we can do is in cases of no test to show [is] apply a stiff penalty, a fine and demand and ensure a rapid and complete followup to make sure that they are getting tested, that they are being properly quarantined, that they are not putting at risk the safety of other Canadians by returning home without a clear negative test,” Trudeau said.

Most of the people who cross into Canada are actually exempt from quarantine, largely because they are considered essential workers.

The Canada Border Services Agency said that between March 31, 2020 and Jan. 24, 2021, close to 8.7 million travellers came to Canada; 74 per cent of them were exempt from the 14-day quarantine measures. The number is even higher at the land border alone: 92 per cent of those crossing the border were exempt during that time period.

About 4.3 million travellers — almost half the overall number — were truck drivers, said the border agency.

Canada Latest News: Canada’s major airlines to suspend all flights to Mexico, Caribbean from 31 January until 30 April (Reuters, 29.01.2021). Central Mountain Air suspends flights in Fort St John, British Columbia, until 1 March because of COVID-19 (EnergeticCa, 16.01.2021). Canadian government extends border closure with U.S. until at least 21 February (CBC, 12.01.2021). Province wide 8 p.m. curfew begins on 9 January in Quebec (AP, 07.01.2021). Manitoba officials warn against non-essential travel outside province because of new COVID-19 variant (winnipeg.ctvnews, 04.01.2021)

International Restrictions:
**Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999. From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where molecular testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available onTransport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and onTransport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate. Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. From 31 January to 30 April 2021, Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat and Sunwing have suspended all flights to the Caribbean. Further details are available onTransport Canada’s website.
You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information: • Air Canada (1 888 246 2262); • Air Transat (1 877 872 6728); • WestJet (1 888 937 8538).
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available onTransport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website .
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they: • arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours); • remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport; • do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight; • do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada; • do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight.
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available onTransport Canada’s website .
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. In addition to the mandatory pre-departure test for travellers arriving in Canada by air, from 1 February 2021 all international passengers flying into Toronto Pearson airport are required to take a further COVID-19 test on arrival. Further details are available on theGovernment of Ontario’s website.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on theGovernment of Alberta’s website .

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Canada: To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include:
• a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible;
• closure of some public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres in affected cities and regions;
• curfew or closure of bars and restaurants in affected cities and regions;
• some public transport offering only a limited service;
• mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public settings.
*Public spaces and services: Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public or enclosed spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province.

Canada Air Canada, WestJet, Sunwing, and Air Transat have all agreed to cancel all Sun Destination flights to holiday destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean from January 31 through April 30, 2021.

Starting on Thursday next week (February 4, 2021), all passenger flights from the United States must land at four airports (Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, and Montreal).

Canada plans soon test all arrivals with PCR-RT tests and quarantine them at the passengers’ expense for three days or longer at designated hotels with an expected cost of more than C$2,000. Those that test negative need to then quarantine for the rest of the two weeks at their homes.

Here’s what CBC reports:

The prime minister said the government will soon introducing mandatory PCR testing at the airport for people returning to Canada “as soon as possible in the coming weeks.” That’s on top of the pre-boarding test already required.

Travellers will then have to wait up to three days at a government-approved hotel for their test results, at their own expense, which Trudeau said is expected to be more than $2,000.

Transport Canada said there will be “very limited exceptions.”

Those with a negative test will then be able to finish their 14-day quarantine at home, with increased surveillance. Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam added that returnees will also be swabbed on day 10.

Cbcnews.com

Canada Latest News: Canadian government extends border closure with U.S. until at least 21 February (CBC, 12.01.2021). Province wide 8 p.m. curfew begins on 9 January in Quebec (AP, 07.01.2021). Manitoba officials warn against non-essential travel outside province because of new COVID-19 variant (winnipeg.ctvnews, 04.01.2021) Authorities will require air travelers ages 5 and up to test negative for COVID-19 from 7 January (Reuters, 31.12.2020). U.S. land borders with Canada, Mexico to remain closed to nonessential travel until at least 21 January 2021 (Reuters, 11.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999. From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (or PCR) test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where PCR testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights.
You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297);
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262);
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728);
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538).
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight. Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website. The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see hereEntry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card). If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period. Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Canada: To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include:
• a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible;
• closure of some public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres in affected cities and regions;
• curfew or closure of bars and restaurants in affected cities and regions;
• some public transport offering only a limited service;
• mandatory wearing of face masks in indoor public settings
*Public spaces and services: Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public or enclosed spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province.

Canada Latest News: Canadian government extends border closure with U.S. until at least 21 February (CBC, 12.01.2021). Province wide 8 p.m. curfew begins on 9 January in Quebec (AP, 07.01.2021). Manitoba officials warn against non-essential travel outside province because of new COVID-19 variant (winnipeg.ctvnews, 04.01.2021) Authorities will require air travelers ages 5 and up to test negative for COVID-19 from 7 January (Reuters, 31.12.2020). U.S. land borders with Canada, Mexico to remain closed to nonessential travel until at least 21 January 2021 (Reuters, 11.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999. From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (or PCR) test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where PCR testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights.
You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297);
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262);
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728);
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538).
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight. Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website. The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see hereEntry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card). If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period. Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Latest News: Province wide 8 p.m. curfew begins on 9 January in Quebec (AP, 07.01.2021). Manitoba officials warn against non-essential travel outside province because of new COVID-19 variant (winnipeg.ctvnews, 04.01.2021) Authorities will require air travelers ages 5 and up to test negative for COVID-19 from 7 January (Reuters, 31.12.2020). U.S. land borders with Canada, Mexico to remain closed to nonessential travel until at least 21 January 2021 (Reuters, 11.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999. From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (or PCR) test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where PCR testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada are required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights.
You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information:
• British Airways (1 800 247 9297);
• Air Canada (1 888 246 2262);
• Air Transat (1 877 872 6728);
• WestJet (1 888 937 8538).
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.
If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight. Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website. The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) see hereEntry requirements, unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card). If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period. Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Since March 2020, Canada has been requiring a 14-day quarantine for arriving international travelers. Well, the country is now adding a further requirement, coinciding with fears of a new faster-spreading COVID-19 strain.

International travelers need a negative test resultCanada also has a mandatory 14-day quarantineCanada’s borders are still closed to mostBottom line

International travelers need a negative test result

As of January 7, 2021, Canada will require international travelers arriving into Canada by air to have tested negative for COVID-19 before traveling from another country:

The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, and must be taken within 72 hours prior to the traveler’s scheduled departure to CanadaThis applies to all travelers five years of age or older. The negative test result must be presented at the airline check-in counter prior to boarding the flight to Canada

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Canada Latest News: Canada: Update: Authorities will require air travelers ages 5 and up to test negative for COVID-19 from 7 January (Reuters, 31.12.2020). Government extends ban on flights from U.K. until 6 January (Global News, 23.12.2020). U.S. land borders with Canada, Mexico to remain closed to nonessential travel until at least 21 January 2021 (Reuters, 11.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
From 7 January, the Canadian government is requiring all passengers aged five and above to test negative for COVID-19 before travelling by air from another country to Canada. Pre-departure testing will not replace the quarantine measures described above, which remain in place. Documentation of a negative laboratory test result must be presented to the airline prior to coming to Canada. The test must be performed using a COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (or PCR) test within 72 hours of boarding a flight to Canada. Passengers without a negative test will be denied boarding. If you are travelling from a country where PCR testing is unavailable you will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of your mandatory 14-day quarantine. Delays in obtaining test results does not apply. Further details are available on Transport Canada’s website.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
Air travellers whose final destination is Canada will be required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
Canada has suspended all inbound commercial and private passenger flights from the UK until 6 January. Whilst there are direct flights to the UK from Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal, there may be some disruption because of the suspension of incoming flights to Canada. Passengers arriving via alternative routes who have been in the UK in the previous 14 days will be subject to enhanced screening and will receive additional direction from the Government of Canada. For the most up to date information on options for flying to the UK, you should check airline websites or contact airlines directly:
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website. If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation.
People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Latest News: Government extends ban on flights from U.K. until 6 January (Global News, 23.12.2020). U.S. land borders with Canada, Mexico to remain closed to nonessential travel until at least 21 January 2021 (Reuters, 11.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Canada: The Canadian authorities are barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals, including British nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
From 21 November 2020, air travellers whose final destination is Canada will be required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
Canada has suspended all inbound commercial and private passenger flights from the UK until 6 January. Whilst there are direct flights to the UK from Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal, there may be some disruption because of the suspension of incoming flights to Canada. Passengers arriving via alternative routes who have been in the UK in the previous 14 days will be subject to enhanced screening and will receive additional direction from the Government of Canada. For the most up to date information on options for flying to the UK, you should check airline websites or contact airlines directly:
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website. If you are already in Canada and your visa has expired, or is about to expire, see the guidance on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website.
*Transiting Canada: If you’re planning to transit via Canada to reach the UK, you should be aware that exceptions apply. A person ‘in transit’ means that they:
• arrive and depart from the same airport within a reasonable time frame (the Canadian authorities advise this means as short as possible, and certainly less than 24 hours)
• remain on the air side or sterile area of the airport
• do not have to go through Customs and formally enter Canada and pick up their bags so they can take their next flight
• do not move between terminals at an airport, unless they can do so without going through Customs and formally entering Canada
• do not take a domestic flight to get to another airport so they can catch their next international flight
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada. Passengers arriving at or departing from Canadian airports must demonstrate that they have the necessary face mask or face covering during the boarding process, otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
If you have any further questions, you should contact your airline, Transport Canada, or your nearest Canadian high commission, embassy or consulate.
*Testing / screening on arrival: All air passengers must wear a non-medical mask or face covering during travel, within airport terminals and to their place of self-isolation.
People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities.
*Quarantine requirements: Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Authorities in Alberta are piloting a voluntary testing scheme for travellers arriving in Canada at Calgary airport or via the Coutts land border crossing from the US. Further details are available on the Government of Alberta’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Latest News: Government announces new COVID-19 rules for visitors entering the country from 21 November (Check News, 02.11.20). The government announces air travelers arriving in the country will soon have to submit their quarantine plans and contact information online before boarding their flights (Check News, 03.11.2020). U.S. borders with Canada, Mexico will remain closed to nonessential travel until 21 November (Reuters,19.10.20)

International Restrictions:
The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Land borders are operating at reduced capacity and with limited hours. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
From 21 November 2020, air travellers whose final destination is Canada will be required to submit their information digitally through Canada’s ArriveCAN app before they board their flight. This includes travel and contact information, quarantine plan and COVID-19 symptom self-assessment. You must be ready to show your ArriveCAN receipt when seeking entry into Canada, as well as evidence that you have submitted your details digitally. Further information is available on the Public Health Agency of Canada’s website and on Transport Canada’s website If you have any questions, contact the nearest Canadian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website here .
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities.
Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 28 February 2021. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Latest News: U.S. borders with Canada, Mexico will remain closed to nonessential travel until 21 November (Reuters,19.10.20)

International Restrictions:
The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. Land borders are operating at reduced capacity and with limited hours. Anyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website here .
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities.
Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada Latest News: Canadian government extends border closure with U.S. because of COVID-19 concerns (ABC,14.10.2020). British Columbia authorities extend state of emergency through 13 October because of COVID-19 (TriCity News, 30.09.2020). U.S. extends border restrictions with Canada and Mexico until 21OCT20 (Travel Pulse, 18.09.2020).

International Restrictions:
The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to temporary foreign workers, most international students, Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate and extended families provided they remain in Canada for 15 days or more. nyone arriving in Canada must self-quarantine for 14 days, and have a credible self-isolation plan. Immediate and extended family members planning to stay for less than 15 days must be travelling for an essential purpose. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or call the Canada Border Service Agency helpline: 1 800 461 9999.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate. Further information is available on Transport Canada’s website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website here .
Canadian authorities require passengers to wear a face covering on flights to and from Canada, and within airport terminals in Canada.
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrive in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions.
You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities.
Everyone arriving in Canada is legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.

Internal Restrictions:
To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals. Anyone who cannot wear a face mask for medical reasons must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province herer

Canada State of emergency extended in Nova Scotia until 23 August. (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, 08.08.2020)
Canada/US Border closure to all nonessential travel to be extended for another 30 days (CBC, 14.07.2020). Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]
Everyone arriving in Canada is now legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.

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Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some lo
cal transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.
Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]

Canada Canada/US Border closure to all nonessential travel to be extended for another 30 days (CBC, 14.07.2020). Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]
Everyone arriving in Canada is now legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.

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Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.
Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]

Canada Canada/ US Border closure to all nonessential travel to be extended for another 30 days (CBC, 14.07.2020). BC authorities extend state of emergency through 21 July (VIA, 08.07.2020). Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]
Everyone arriving in Canada is now legally required to self-isolate for 14 days. Heavy penalties apply if you fail to comply. From 15 April, you must also produce a credible self-isolation plan. An inadequate plan would include scenarios such as planning to stay with elderly family members or failing to have a set destination. Travellers who are unable to produce a credible plan will be placed in a quarantine location, such as a hotel, for a 2-week period.

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Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.
Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]
British Columbia: state of emergency is extended through the end of the day on 21 July. (Vancouver News, 08.07.2020)

Canada International Travel
Closed borders on all foreign nationals, except for immediate family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents
US-Canada land, air, and sea borders closure extended until 21 August, except for trade and essential workers crossing the border.
Arriving travelers (returning citizens) must quarantine for 14 days.
Individuals must have an isolation plan, a place with access to food and medicine and not living with vulnerable people ie individuals aged 65 and above or those with pre-existing conditions.
In the absence of an adequate plan, officials can require the individual to self-isolate in a quarantine location for 2 weeks, for example a hotel.

National Measures
In Ontario, state of emergency extended until 22 July; most businesses and public spaces to reopen in Stage 3 on 17 July
Stage 3:
– Up to 50 people are allowed for indoor gathering; up to 100 people for outdoor gathering
– The following remain closed and prohibited – amusement parks, water parks, buffet-style food services, performances at restaurants and bars, overnight stay camps for children, private karaoke rooms, contact sports, saunas, steam rooms, bath houses, oxygen bars, table games at casinos, gaming establishments
– Child care centers may operate from 27 July for up to 15 children under strict operational guidelines

In Quebec, wearing of face masks in indoor public spaces will be mandatory from 18 July

Manitoba province extended state of emergency until 14 August
Nova Scotia province extended state of emergency until 26 July
British Columbia province extended state of emergency until 21 July

Toronto and Peel enter Stage Two of reopening plan. Windsor-Essex remains in Stage One.

Canada British Columbia authorities extend state of emergency through 21 July (VIA, 08.70.2020). Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]

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Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on large social gatherings, where physical distancing is not possible; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars and restaurants in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service,
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. Non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports, and within airport terminals.
The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Federal, provincial and local authorities may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including the requirement to wear a face mask or face covering in public spaces, closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.
Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]
British Columbia: state of emergency is extended through the end of the day on 21 July. (Vancouver News, 08.07.2020)

Canada Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020). Government to extend ban on most foreign travelers until at least 31 July (CBC, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]

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Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service; The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed.
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]

British Columbia: state of emergency is extended through the end of the day on 21 July. (vancouver News, 08.07.2020)

Canada Government extends mandatory quarantine until 31 August (Reuters, 30.06.2020). Government to extend ban on most foreign travelers until at least 31 July (CBC, 30.06.2020).

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students.
At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website.
Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information. Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020. Further information on COVID-19 measures for cruise ships and other passenger vessels is available on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/backgrounder-updated-covid-19-measures-cruise-ships-other-passenger-vessels.html].
The Canadian authorities require visitors transiting through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) unless you are otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
All air passengers must have a non-medical mask or face covering to cover their nose and mouth during travel. Passengers on all flights arriving at or departing from Canadian airport must demonstrate they have the necessary mask or face covering during the boarding process otherwise they will be stopped from continuing their journey. You can find further information on Transport Canada’s website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/transport-canada.html]. People displaying symptoms of coronavirus when they arrival in Canada may not use public transportation to travel to their place of isolation. They also may not isolate in a place where they will be in contact with vulnerable people, such as elderly people and those with underlying health conditions. You should comply with any additional screening measures put in place by the authorities. For questions about travel during the coronavirus pandemic, check the Health Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/contact-us.html]

*****

Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service; The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed.
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]

Canada Declaration of Emergency extended in Ontario until 15 July, BC until 7 July (Newsroom Ontario, 24.06.2020). Government extends all emergency orders in Ontario until 30 June (Reuters, 17.06.2020). Border closure to all nonessential travel extended until 21 July (CBC, 16.06.2020) Manitoba government extends state of emergency for 30 days (CBC, 15.06.2020). US Border closure to all nonessential travel to be extended beyond 21 June (CBC, 10.06.2020)

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International restrictions:

The Canadian authorities are now barring entry to Canada, including at its border with the US, to most foreign nationals. This exclusion does not apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents or their immediate families, temporary foreign workers, and some international students. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19.html]. At point of departure, air operators must complete a basic health assessment of every passenger. No passengers (regardless of citizenship) who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will be allowed to board. Further details and latest information are available on the Canadian government website [https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/initiatives/covid-19-measures-updates-guidance-tc/aviation-measures.html]. Only Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau (YUL), Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are operating international flights. Domestic flights, as well as flights from the United States, some destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean, and from St. Pierre-et-Miquelon, are currently not affected by this measure. You should check with your airline before you travel for the most up to date information.
The U.S. and Canadian governments have agreed to extend cross-border travel restrictions to non-essential travel through July 21. Non-essential travel includes tourism, recreation, and entertainment. Permitted essential travel includes the following: work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, immediate medical care, and safety and security. Land borders are operating at reduced capacity and with limited hours.
Cruise ships with overnight accommodation allowed to carry more than 100 passengers are prohibited from operating in Canadian waters until 31 October 2020.

Internal restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings; closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres; closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions; some public transport offering only a limited service; The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed.
Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one.
Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus. Check guidance for each province [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/symptoms/provincial-territorial-resources-covid-19.html]

Canada US Border closure to all nonessential travel to be extended beyond 21 June (CBC, 10.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members.
– This does not apply to diplomats.
– This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers.
– This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020.
– This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada.
– This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include:
a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person;
b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner;
c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b;
d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or
e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate).
– This does not apply to the following passengers:
a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act;
b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members;
c. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members;
d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response;
e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence;
f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members;
g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon;
i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada;
j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest.
2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada.
3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter.
4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada.
– This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act.
5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days.
6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada.
7. Passports issued to nationals of North Macedonia (Rep.) which have expired on 18 March 2020 or later, are considered valid until 31 July 2020.
8. Passengers must arrive at one of the following airports: Calgary (YYC), Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR).

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping,
essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for nonresidents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions some public transport offering only a limited service The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed. Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.

Canada U.S. government extends ban on nonessential travel with Canada and Mexico shared borders through 22 June (Reuters, 19.05.2020)

Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada.
This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose.
This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members.
This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers.
This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020.
This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada.
This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include:
– the spouse or common-law partner of the person;
– a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner;
– a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b;
– the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or
– the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate).
This does not apply to the following passengers:
– Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act;
– Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members;
– Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members;
– Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response;
– Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence;
– Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members;
– Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
– French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon who has not been outside Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon / Canada / U.S. in the last 14 days;
– Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada;
– Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest.
Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada.
Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter.
Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada.
– This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act.

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping,
essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for nonresidents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions some public transport offering only a limited service The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed. Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.

Canada U.S. government extends ban on nonessential travel with Canada and Mexico shared borders through 22 June (Reuters, 19.05.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members.
– This does not apply to diplomats.
– This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers.
– This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020.
– This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada.
– This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include:
a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person;
b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner;
c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b;
d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or
e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate).
– This does not apply to the following passengers:
a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act;
b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members;
c. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members;
d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response;
e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence;
f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members;
g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon;
i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada;
j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest.
2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada.
3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter.
4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada.
– This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act.
5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days.
6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada.
7. Passports issued to nationals of North Macedonia (Rep.) which have expired on 18 March 2020 or later, are considered valid until 31 July 2020.

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping,
essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for nonresidents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

To help curb the spread of coronavirus, provincial governments have introduced a number of measures. There are some regional variations, but they generally include: a ban on social gatherings closure of schools, colleges and many public facilities, museums, cinemas and theatres closure of bars, restaurants and non-essential stores in many cities and regions some public transport offering only a limited service The authorities are urging people to stay at home where possible, and many businesses are closed. Anyone showing symptoms associated with coronavirus will be barred from domestic flights and some inter-city train services. From 20 April, non-medical face masks or face coverings are required for all flights to and from Canadian airports. The Canadian authorities recommend the use of non-medical masks/facial coverings when it is not possible to consistently maintain a 2-metre physical distance from others, including on public transportation. Some local transport authorities are making this a mandatory requirement. You should ensure that you are in possession of a mask/facial covering when using public transport in the event you are requested by transport operators to wear one. Both the federal and provincial governments may introduce further restrictions at short notice, including closing provincial borders, internal travel restrictions, a provisional ban on temporary foreign workers, or mandatory self-isolation for people arriving from other provinces. You should comply with the rules and advice of local authorities in relation to coronavirus.

Canada U.S. government extends ban on nonessential travel with Canada and Mexico shared borders through 22 June (Reuters, 19.05.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members.
– This does not apply to diplomats.
– This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers.
– This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020.
– This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada.
– This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include:
a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person;
b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner;
c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b;
d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or
e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate).
– This does not apply to the following passengers:
a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act;
b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members;
c. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members;
d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response;
e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence;
f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members;
g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon;
i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada;
j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest.
2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada.
3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter.
4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada.
– This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act.
5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days.
6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada.
7. Passports issued to nationals of North Macedonia (Rep.) which have expired on 18 March 2020 or later, are considered valid until 31 July 2020.

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping,
essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for nonresidents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

All provinces and territories have begun the process of reopening their economies, with each outlining its own rules. All are taking a phased approach and have announced plans for gradual reopening of businesses and services of between two and five stages, each stage lasting a period of weeks. In the most acutely affected province of Québec, schools, certain retail stores and businesses have reopened in all areas except for the province’s commercial capital Montreal. While it varies by territory or province, typical services slated for early-phase reopening will be medical services such as physical therapy and elective surgeries, seasonal businesses such as those related to boating, gardening and golf, retail businesses with outdoor access and outdoor gathering areas such as parks. In most of these cases, social distancing, mask-wearing and stringent sanitation guidelines will continue to be enforced after reopening.

Canada U.S. government extends ban on nonessential travel with Canada and Mexico shared borders through 22 June (Reuters, 19.05.2020) 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada. – This does not apply to nationals of Canada. – This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose. – This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members. – This does not apply to diplomats. – This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers. – This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020. – This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada. – This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include: a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person; b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b; d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate). – This does not apply to the following passengers: a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act; b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members; c. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members; d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response; e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence; f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members; g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon; i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada; j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest. 2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada. 3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter. 4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions. – This does not apply to nationals of Canada. – This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada. – This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act. 5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days. 6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada. 7. Passports issued to nationals of North Macedonia (Rep.) which have expired on 18 March 2020 or later, are considered valid until 31 July 2020.

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping, essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for nonresidents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

All provinces and territories have begun the process of reopening their economies, with each outlining its own rules. All are taking a phased approach and have announced plans for gradual reopening of businesses and services of between two and five stages, each stage lasting a period of weeks. In the most acutely affected province of Québec, schools, certain retail stores and businesses have reopened in all areas except for the province’s commercial capital Montreal. While it varies by territory or province, typical services slated for early-phase reopening will be medical services such as physical therapy and elective surgeries, seasonal businesses such as those related to boating, gardening and golf, retail businesses with outdoor access and outdoor gathering areas such as parks. In most of these cases, social distancing, mask-wearing and stringent sanitation guidelines will continue to be enforced after reopening.

Canada U.S. government extends ban on nonessential travel with Canada and Mexico shared borders through 22 June (Reuters, 19.05.2020)

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 21 June. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping, essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for non-residents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

All provinces and territories have begun the process of reopening their economies, with each outlining its own rules. All are taking a phased approach and have announced plans for gradual reopening of businesses and services of between two and five stages, each stage lasting a period of weeks. In the most acutely affected province of Québec, schools, certain retail stores and businesses have reopened in all areas except for the province’s commercial capital Montreal. While it varies by territory or province, typical services slated for early-phase reopening will be medical services such as physical therapy and elective surgeries, seasonal businesses such as those related to boating, gardening and golf, retail businesses with outdoor access and outdoor gathering areas such as parks. In most of these cases, social distancing, mask-wearing and stringent sanitation guidelines will continue to be enforced after reopening.

Canada

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers (exemption for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members; however, they will be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days) until 30 June. The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until at least 20 May, likely longer. However, essential travel and all freight transportation will be permitted throughout. Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry. Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but may be allowed to enter by land, rail or sea, where available. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine. There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Internal restrictions:

The provinces of Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec (for some provincial border crossings) and Yukon require all domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days if they intend to stay; exceptions are made for those involved in commercial shipping, essential medical staff and family-related situations such as custody arrangements. All domestic air travellers must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those arriving for flights who refuse or do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for non-residents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed to non-essential travel. Highways 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also to non-essential travel.

Relaxation of restrictions:

All provinces and territories have begun the process of reopening their economies, with each outlining its own rules. All are taking a phased approach and have announced plans for gradual reopening of businesses and services of between two and five stages, each stage lasting a period of weeks. In the most acutely affected province of Québec, schools, certain retail stores and businesses have reopened in all areas except for the province’s commercial capital Montreal. While it varies by territory or province, typical services slated for early-phase reopening will be medical services such as physical therapy and elective surgeries, seasonal businesses such as those related to boating, gardening and golf, retail businesses with outdoor access and outdoor gathering areas such as parks. In most of these cases, social distancing, mask-wearing and stringent sanitation guidelines will continue to be enforced after reopening.

Canada

International restrictions:

Border closure for all foreign travellers not arriving from the U.S. until 30 June. This does not apply to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members.
The Canada-US border will remain closed to non-essential travel (i.e. recreation and tourism) until 20 May.
Foreign nationals or U.S. citizens arriving from the U.S. without COVID-19 symptoms will be allowed to enter Canada for essential travel only. Essential travel includes work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, shopping for essential medical supplies, seeking medical care and medical personnel working in the healthcare field.
Once permitted entry, all travellers will be subject to mandatory self quarantine for 14 days, with the exception of essential medical staff or employees in the trade, transportation or critical infrastructure sectors.
Any traveller showing symptoms of COVID-19 will be barred entry.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents showing symptoms are prohibited from entering the country by air, but allowed to enter by land, rail or sea. Those entering must seek immediate medical attention and undergo quarantine.
There are currently no known restrictions on individuals seeking to depart the country.

Conditions and internal restrictions:

Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Yukon Territories require all international and domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days.
The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for non-residents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island have restricted entry for non-residents.
Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed for essential travel only. Highway 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also closed for essential travel only.
New Brunswick has officers at each interprovincial land entry point meant to question travellers about their purpose of travel.
Quebec has instituted checkpoints to prevent non-essential travel into the province. All essential domestic travellers from other provinces must provide government identification and supporting documentation in order to enter. As of 11 May, certain checkpoints in the province have been lifted; these are Abitibi-Temiscamingue, Chaudiere-Appalaches, La Tuque, Lanaudiere, Laurentians, Outaouais, Rouyn-Noranda and Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean.
All international flights will be redirected to Calgary (YYC), Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ) and Vancouver (YVR), with the exception of flights from Caribbean nations, Mexico and the US.
All travellers coming to or departing from the country must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those who do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined.
Provinces have begun the process of reopening their economies since 2 May. Each territory outlined its own rules. Schools, certain retail stores and businesses outside of Montreal have reopened in Quebec on 11 May, while parks have opened in Ontario.

Canada Government extends all emergency orders in Ontario province until 19 May (CTV News Toronto, 06.06.2020) 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada. – This does not apply to nationals of Canada. – This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose. – This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include: a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person; b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b; d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate). – This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members. – This does not apply to diplomats. – This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers. – This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020. – This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada. – This does not apply to the following passengers: a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act; b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members; -. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members; d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response; e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence; f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members; g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon; i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada; j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest. 2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada. 3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter. 4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions. – This does not apply to nationals of Canada. – This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada. – This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act. 5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days. 6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada.

Conditions and internal restrictions:

Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Yukon Territories require all international and domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for non-residents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days. Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island have restricted entry for non-residents. Highway 77 that connects British Columbia to the Northwest Territories is closed for essential travel only. Highway 97 and 37 connecting British Columbia and Yukon are also closed for essential travel only. New Brunswick has officers at each interprovincial land entry point meant to question travellers about their purpose of travel. Quebec has instituted checkpoints to prevent non-essential travel into the province. All essential domestic travellers from other provinces must provide government identification and supporting documentation in order to enter. As of 11 May, certain checkpoints in the province have been lifted; these are Abitibi-Temiscamingue, Chaudiere-Appalaches, La Tuque, Lanaudiere, Laurentians, Outaouais, Rouyn-Noranda and Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean. All international flights will be redirected to Calgary (YYC), Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ) and Vancouver (YVR), with the exception of flights from Caribbean nations, Mexico and the US. All travellers coming to or departing from the country must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those who do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined. Provinces have begun the process of reopening their economies since 2 May. Each territory outlined its own rules. Schools, certain retail stores and businesses outside of Montreal have reopened in Quebec on 11 May, while parks have opened in Ontario.

Source: https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm https://ca.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information-canada/ https://pandemic.internationalsos.com/2019-ncov/ncov-travel-restrictions-flight-operations-and-screening

Published on 12.05.2020

Canada Government extends all emergency orders in Ontario province until 19 May (CTV News Toronto, 06.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Canada. – This does not apply to nationals of Canada. – This does not apply to passengers arriving from the USA. They must travel for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose. – This does not apply to immediate family members of nationals of Canada, which include:
a. the spouse or common-law partner of the person; b. a dependent child of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; c. a dependent child of a dependent child referred to in paragraph b; d. the parent or step-parent of the person or of the person’s spouse or common-law partner; or
e. the guardian or tutor of the person. (membre de la famille immediate). – This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members. – This does not apply to diplomats. – This does not apply to seasonal agricultural workers, fish/seafood workers, caregivers and all other temporary foreign workers. – This does not apply to international students who held a valid study permit, or had been approved for a study permit, when the travel restrictions took effect on March 18, 2020. – This does not apply to permanent resident applicants who had been approved for permanent residence before the travel restrictions were announced on March 18, 2020, but who had not yet travelled to Canada. – This does not apply to the following passengers: a. Person registered as an Indian under the Indian Act; b. Person authorized in writing by a consular officer of the government of Canada to come to Canada to reunite with immediate family members; -. Person who is exempt from the requirements to obtain a temporary resident visa under paragraph 190 (2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and their immediate family members; d. Person who enters Canada at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response; e. Person who arrives by means of an aircraft operated by Canadian Forces or the Department of National Defence; f. Member of the Canadian Forces or a visiting force, as defined in section 2 of the Visiting Forces Act, and their immediate family members; g. Protected person, under section 95 (2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; h. French citizen who resides in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon; i. Person or class of persons that the Chief Public Health Officer, appointed under subsection 6 (1) of the Public Health Agency of Canada Act, determines does not pose a risk of significant harm to public health or who will provide an essential service while in Canada; j. Person whom the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration or the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness determines their presence is in the national interest.
2. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are not allowed to board a plane to Canada. Passengers with Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms on arrival will be referred to Public Health Agency of Canada.
3. Passengers who have been refused boarding in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not allowed to enter.
4. Passengers must travel to Canada for essential purposes. Non-essential purposes include tourism, sightseeing, recreation, entertainment, social visits and religious functions.
– This does not apply to nationals of Canada.
– This does not apply to permanent residents of Canada.
– This does not apply to persons registered as an Indian under the Indian Act.
5. Passengers must have a quarantine plan upon arrival and are required to quarantine for a period of 14 days.
6. Passengers who were in the cruise ship ‘Diamond Princess’ are subject to a mandatory 14-day isolation at a quarantine facility upon arrival in Canada.

Conditions and internal restrictions:

Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Yukon Territories require all international and domestic travellers to self-quarantine for 14 days.
The Northwest Territories and Nunavut have restricted entry for non-residents, and returning residents are required to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Quebec has instituted checkpoints to prevent non-essential travel into the province. All essential domestic travellers from other provinces must provide government identification and supporting documentation in order to enter.
All international flights will be redirected to Calgary (YYC), Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ) and Vancouver (YVR), with the exception of flights from Caribbean nations, Mexico and the US.
All travellers coming to or departing from the country must wear a mask or other facial covering. Those who do not have one will not be allowed to board and may be fined.