Reference to the CFA’s Advocacy Update from September 29, 2022

Canada has said it is dropping all remaining Covid border restrictions, including vaccine requirements for travellers. As of 1 October, travellers will also no longer need to provide proof of COVID vaccination, to undergo any testing or to isolate and quarantine.

The mask mandate on planes and trains will also be lifted. The ArriveCan app – used to upload health documents when entering Canada – will become optional.

Federal health minister Jean-Yves Duclos said in an announcement on Monday that Canada is “in a much better position” than it was earlier in the pandemic, in part due to availability of Covid-19 vaccines and treatment options.

The country’s high vaccination rate – with around 82% of the population having received two doses – and a falling death rate are also factors.

Click here for the full media release.