Canada has announced that it is to extend its ban on international arrivals from any country other than the US until 21 January 2021. The ban was introduced in March to limit the spread of Covid in the country.
The move was announced by Bill Blair, Canada’s minister of public safety and emergency preparedness, and Patty Hajdu, the country’s minister of health.
The ministers said that travel restrictions for US citizens and foreign nationals arriving from the US remain in place until 21 December 2020 and may be extended at that time.
All travellers entering Canada for 'essential purposes' must quarantine or isolate for 14 days.
Blair said, “Protecting the health and safety of Canadians is my most important responsibility. We have introduced a number of policies to keep Canadians safe but must remain flexible and adapt to the evolving Covid-19 situation, while keeping your health as our top priority.”
Hajdu added, “Canada’s response to Covid-19 is based on the latest scientific evidence. We will continue to adapt our public health measures this way and remain committed to protecting the health and safety of Canadians.”