Canada's Hotel Quarantine Is Set To Be Scrapped But Only For Fully Vaccinated Canadians

Fully-vaccinated Canadians won't have to quarantine for two weeks, either!

Canada's Hotel Quarantine Is Set To Be Scrapped But Only For Fully Vaccinated Canadians
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The federal government is set to announce a series of changes to Canada's travel restrictions, but the updated rules will only impact Canadians who've been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

From July, fully-vaccinated Canadians returning home will no longer be required to complete a mandatory two-week quarantine or stay in a government-approved hotel, according to reports from CTV News and Global News.

Instead of completing fourteen days in isolation, they will be able to take a singular COVID-19 test upon arrival in Canada and remain in quarantine until it comes back negative.

Fully-vaccinated Canadian air travellers will also be permitted to totally skip three days of mandatory quarantine in a government-approved hotel.

The relaxed restrictions are expected to apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents only, providing they've received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.

This latest update follows the advice of the federal government's COVID-19 expert advisory panel, which suggested last month that certain travel restrictions should be scrapped.

Airlines and tourism companies in Canada have also been calling on the feds to introduce a plan for restarting travel, including easing some border measures.

An official announcement is expected on Wednesday.

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    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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