Canada’s travel rules change today. Here’s what you need to know – CBC

As of April 1, eligible travellers no longer need a PCR or antigen COVID-19 test to enter Canada

Apr 01, 2022

As of today, April 1, fully vaccinated travellers entering Canada will no longer be required to provide a pre-entry COVID-19 test.

The federal government announced the change in March, citing vaccination uptake and stable COVID-19 case counts at the time.

Here’s a look at what changes today.

What are the changes for vaccinated travellers?
Starting Friday, fully vaccinated travellers won’t need a molecular COVID-19 test (such as a PCR test) or an antigen test to get into Canada by land, air or water.

Previously, travellers were required to get a test abroad to enter the country.

Border mayors, tourism leaders, and individuals have been calling on the government to drop the requirement for months, saying it was a major barrier for business and families to cross the border.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/canada-border-travel-april-1-1.6403502