Source: Twinkle Ghosh, globalnews.ca, June 10, 2021 The relaxation of rules does not apply to tourists. The federal government on Wednesday announced that “fully vaccinated” Canadian travellers will no longer require mandatory COVID-19 hotel quarantine upon arrival in Canada. Come July, the exemption will apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents flying back home, according… Continue reading Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
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Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
Source: Sarah Turnbull, ctvnews.ca, June 09, 2021 Canada’s COVID-19 Testing and Screening Expert Advisory Panel reccommends for unvaccinated travellers, the usual 72 hour pre-departure test, arrival test, approved quarantine plan, and a day seven follow-up test. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the eventual easing of travel restrictions and quarantine rules will apply to those who… Continue reading Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians
Air Canada’s Top Executives Giving Back Bonuses
Source: The Canadian Press, cbc.ca, June 08, 2021 Middle managers, whose bonuses made up more than $8 million of the $10 million bonus program, are not among those who are volunteering their bonuses. Air Canada says its senior executives have chosen to return their 2020 bonuses in response to “public disappointment.” The airline company says… Continue reading Air Canada’s Top Executives Giving Back Bonuses
Air Canada Condemned for Paying Millions Out in Exec Bonuses
Source: Erik Bay, globalnews.ca, June 04, 2021 Air Canada informed shareholders its top executives and managers were getting a combined $10 million in stock options and bonuses for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Members of Parliament from all parties voted unanimously on Thursday to condemn Air Canada for paying out millions of dollars in… Continue reading Air Canada Condemned for Paying Millions Out in Exec Bonuses
Canada Extends Restrictions on International Travel Until Sept. 30
Source: The Canadian Press Staff, ctvnews.ca, August 28, 2020 Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are returning home to Canada will continue to be subjected to strict quarantine measures. OTTAWA — The federal government is extending travel restrictions by one month to limit the spread of COVID-19. Public Safety Minister Bill Blair said Friday on… Continue reading Canada Extends Restrictions on International Travel Until Sept. 30
Due to Pandemic Air Transat Cancels Most Winter Flights Out of Western Canada
Source: Christopher Reynolds The Canadian Press, ctvnews.ca, July 31, 2020 The only routes out of western gateways from Nov. 1 and April 30 will be from Vancouver to Toronto and Montreal, as well as some connecting flights to Europe via Toronto. MONTREAL — Air Transat plans to cancel all flights from Western Canada to sun… Continue reading Due to Pandemic Air Transat Cancels Most Winter Flights Out of Western Canada
Refunds “Unlikely” for Passengers as Airlines End Physical Distancing
Source: Alexandra Mae Jones, ctvnews.ca, June 29, 2020 Airlines have said passengers can rebook for free. TORONTO — WestJet and Air Canada will soon begin selling every seat on their flights again, ending their attempts at physical distancing — a decision that has left many passengers demanding refunds. Starting July 1, passengers will no longer… Continue reading Refunds “Unlikely” for Passengers as Airlines End Physical Distancing
Westjet and Air Canada End Physical Distancing on July 1
Source: cbcnews.ca, June 25, 2020 Air Canada and WestJet conduct pre-boarding temperature checks, require masks on board, enhanced aircraft cleaning and cut out hot drinks and food. The country’s two largest airlines are ending their on-board seat distancing policies starting July 1, raising health concerns amid a pandemic that has devastated the travel industry. Air… Continue reading Westjet and Air Canada End Physical Distancing on July 1