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Canada-U.S. border to remain closed until at least Feb. 21

Home News Canada-U.S. border to remain closed until at least Feb. 21

Restrictions on non-essential travel aim to limit the spread of COVID-19

The Canada-U.S. border will remain closed to non-essential travel until at least Feb. 21.

Public Safety Minister Bill Blair today announced the latest extension to international travel restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“Our government will continue to ensure the safety of Canadians against COVID-19 and base our decisions on the best public health advice available,” Blair tweeted.

The Canada-U.S. agreement bars entry to most travellers who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents or people entering from the U.S. for “essential” reasons.

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Source: CBC

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