Restrictions on fully vaccinated tourists are expected to be relaxed in the coming weeks
Prime Justin Trudeau addressed on Thursday for the safety of Canada, unvaccinated foreign tourists are not allowed in the country. In the statement he says, for now, "I can tell you, things are not going to happen for quite a while". He adds this time we need to ensure the safety of Canadians as over a long time sacrifices have been made in the many months, is not for nothing. As the prime minister allows in the coming week, only fully vaccinated tourists are allowed to Canada.
The pressure on Ottawa from the ailing tourism sector has been rising to relax travel restrictions and reopen Canada's border with the United States as it has been closed since March 2020.Besides, this week the waived quarantine requirements for citizens and permanent residents returning from abroad who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 have been a relief. Travel restrictions between Canada and the United States preventing all non-essential trips, including tourism, are also set to remain in place until at least July 21.
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