This Video Shows Exactly What To Expect If You're Flying Into Canada Right Now

Canada's airports look pretty different!👇🇨🇦
Managing Editor, Canada

Anybody travelling to Canada via plane right now will have to be pretty prepared, as it’s a little more complex than it used to be.

A new video from the federal government shows travellers exactly what to expect if they’re arriving in the country via air and it includes COVID-19 tests, a hotel quarantine stay and lots of document-checking!

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The clip, which was shared by Health Canada, follows two “travellers” from the moment they arrive in the Canadian airport right through until their mandatory hotel quarantine stay.

It explains what is likely to happen upon arrival and shows exactly how the new process works in relation to Canada’s latest travel restrictions.

International borders remain closed to non-essential travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with Justin Trudeau also urging Canadians to cancel any upcoming vacations both domestically and internationally.

  • Managing Editor

    Helena Hanson (she/her) is the Managing Editor of Canada for Narcity and MTL Blog, where she brings her expertise in dreamy, aspirational travel journalism to life. A first-class graduate of Cardiff University's School of Journalism, Helena has a passion for inspiring readers to discover the magic in their own backyards. Originally from the U.K., Helena has spent years uncovering hidden gems and must-see destinations across countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, and more. Having lived in both Canada and Australia, she's become a seasoned expert in off-the-beaten-path adventures and bucket-list experiences that don't break the bank. Whether she's writing about things to do in Ottawa, Montreal, or her favourite spot—Disney World—Helena hopes to leave readers dreaming of their next adventure.

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