Health Canada to Approve Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids 5-11

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Source: Amanda Connolly, globalnews.ca, November 19, 2021 So far, children aged five to 11 have been unable to get vaccinated. Health Canada is expected to announce Friday that it has approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for use in Canadian children between the ages of five and 11, a key demographic as the fight to control… Continue reading Health Canada to Approve Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids 5-11

U.S. Border Reopens to Canada Tomorrow

Source: Eric Stober , globalnews.ca, November 7th, 2021 Officials said an “analysis” is ongoing about whether the rules may change in the future. The U.S. is set to reopen its land border to non-essential travellers, including from Canada, on Nov. 8 after an over year-and-a-half closure. The border has been closed since March 2020 to… Continue reading U.S. Border Reopens to Canada Tomorrow

Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians

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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

Easing of Border Restrictions May Apply to Fully Vaccinated Canadians

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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

6 Americans Fined While Driving Through Canada to Alaska

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Source: Sophia Harris, cbc.ca, October 07 2020 In spite of the tickets issued, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has said the vast majority of Americans driving to or from Alaska have complied with the regulations. Some Americans continue to defy the rules by making side trips when driving through Canada to or from Alaska,… Continue reading 6 Americans Fined While Driving Through Canada to Alaska

Canada pushes back as U.S. Congressman flags threats along ‘totally wide open’ northern border

Source: Rachel Gilmore, CTVNews.ca Staff, with a report from Richard Madan, January 21, 2019 Canada is defending accusations from a U.S. Congressman that the United States is ignoring security issues along the Canada-U.S. border. “It is the longest, most successful international boundary — un-militarized international boundary — in the history of the world, and we’re determined… Continue reading Canada pushes back as U.S. Congressman flags threats along ‘totally wide open’ northern border

Residents who admit to pot use turned away at U.S. border, says Estevan, Sask., mayor

Source: Guy Quenneville, CBC Sports, October 30, 2018  ‘Some that have smoked are saying no, because they’re scared that they may be banned for life’ The mayor of Estevan, Sask., says local residents have been turned away at the nearby U.S. border after admitting to past pot use. “It is a fairly serious concern,” said Roy… Continue reading Residents who admit to pot use turned away at U.S. border, says Estevan, Sask., mayor

Travellers complain about rude, disrespectful Canadian border officers

Source: Michael Tutton, The Canadian Press, September 4, 2018  LUNENBURG, N.S. — A fetid smell is bedevilling one of Canada’s most recognizable seaside communities at the height of tourism season, with residents saying they’re often forced to roll up their windows and abandon their balconies. Kevin Ernst lives on Lunenburg’s back harbour and says he… Continue reading Travellers complain about rude, disrespectful Canadian border officers

Border-crossing debate could hurt Liberals, poll suggests

Source: Laura Payton, CTV News, August 3, 2018  OTTAWA–The continuing debate over irregular border crossings could hurt the Liberal government, a new poll suggests. The Angus Reid Institute survey found 67 per cent of respondents say the situation is a crisis, while 33 per cent said the situation is being overblown by politicians and the… Continue reading Border-crossing debate could hurt Liberals, poll suggests

Border agency to announce new alternatives to immigration detention

Source: Kathleen Harris, CBC News, July 19, 2018  More GPS, voice reporting and more community monitoring to be used instead of holding centres Canada’s border agency is set to announce changes aimed at releasing more refugee claimants and other foreign nationals safely into the community while their immigration status is being resolved. An expanded framework for… Continue reading Border agency to announce new alternatives to immigration detention