Canada's Health Officials Say Now Is 'Not The Time To Consider International Travel'

It seems like vacations are still off limits. ✈️❌
Travel Outside Of Canada Is Still A Bad Idea According To Canada's Officials
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Travel outside of Canada is still a bad idea, according to the country’s federal health officials.

Speaking during a conference on Tuesday, April 6, both Health Minister Patty Hajdu and Chief Public Health Officer Theresa Tam urged Canadians to avoid booking vacations abroad in the near future.

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“Now is not the time to consider international travel,” Hajdu said.

While the Health Minister didn’t provide details about reopening the border or restarting travel, she did explain the “metrics” considered when making these decisions.

This includes domestic spread of COVID-19 and the third wave of the pandemic here in Canada, provinces’ and territories’ capacities to manage case-counts and the international situation.

Dr. Tam backed up this message, noting that it’s important to consider “what is going on outside of Canada in terms of epidemiology and spread” before restarting travel overseas.

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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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