Canada Tightens Border: New Travel Restrictions to Canada Take Effect for International Visitors
The Canadian government has implemented immediate travel restrictions to Canada, targeting international visitors with surprise requirements as of today. Effective at 12:01 AM EST, all non-essential foreign travelers must now provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 24 hours of departure, up from the previous 72-hour window, and complete a mandatory pre-arrival health declaration via the ArriveCAN app. Exceptions apply to fully vaccinated U.S. citizens for short trips, but others face a 14-day quarantine upon entry. This policy shift, driven by rising global COVID-19 cases and pressure on healthcare systems, slashed inbound flights by 30% within hours. CEOs in tourism and logistics must immediately reassess supply chains and travel budgets, as delays at major airports in Toronto and Vancouver are already reported.