COVID-19 screening pilot project launched at Canada’s largest airport COVID-19 screening tests are now available at Toronto Pearson International Airport for incoming international travellers. Ontario is now offering free, voluntary COVID-19 testing to international travellers arriving and staying in the province for at least 14 days. By Alexandra Miekus
Canadian immigration in 2021: What can we expect? ANALYSIS: Here is a preview of what we can expect from Canada's immigration system following a turbulent year. 2020 was the year of the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to have a significant impact on Canada’s immigration system. By Kareem El-Assal
How family members of TFWs can come to Canada amid travel restrictions Coming to Canada for the purpose of family reunification during the coronavirus outbreak is considered essential travel. Family members of temporary foreign workers are not exempt from travel restrictions, but they may still be able to come to Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
Travellers to Canada will now need a negative COVID-19 test The test will not replace the 14-day quarantine requirement. Canada will require arriving travellers to obtain a negative COVID-19 test three days before arriving. The test must be a PCR test, which is currently considered the most effective coronavirus test. This policy will go into effect on January 7, 2021. By Mohanad Moetaz
Can travellers leave Canada before their 14-day quarantine period? Travellers can leave before the end of their quarantine under certain conditions Travellers to Canada may be allowed to leave before the end of their 14-day quarantine period, but they are required to stay in quarantine until they travel. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canada extends restrictions on U.S. travellers until January 21 The historic border closure between Canada and the U.S. will extend into the new year. The Canada-U.S. border will be closed to non-essential travel for another 30 days. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada banning all flights from the UK beginning December 20 Canada has announced a new measure to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. UPDATE: The travel restriction has been extended until January 6, 2021. Canada is banning all flights arriving from the United Kingdom beginning December 20, 2020 at midnight in an enhanced effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada extends travel restrictions into the new year International travellers must have an essential reason to come to Canada Canadian travel restrictions will continue until January 21. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada extending border closure with U.S. another 30 days This is now the eighth time Canada is extending travel restrictions on U.S. travellers. The Canada-U.S. border will remain closed until December 21. By Shelby Thevenot
