Canada officials say vaxx req for visitors, random testing to end by 30 Sept.2022
Jul 19, 2021, 1:55 pm
#1277
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I'd be interested in noting what will happen with kids. In Oct., I will probably be bringing the 3yo, who, unless things change by then, won't be able to be vaccinated. Obviously, like now, they can come with me, but presumably now are supposed to quarantine. I'm kind of expecting things will change in some way by then, but we'll see. May sway my decision on if I bring her or not.
Jul 19, 2021, 2:00 pm
#1278
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Here is the appropriate page on the Government of Canada page outlining the new rules and procedures:
Government of Canada announces easing of border measures for fully vaccinated travellers
Government of Canada announces easing of border measures for fully vaccinated travellers
Jul 19, 2021, 4:00 pm
#1279
Join Date: Dec 2007
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Fwiw, this:
is a totally legit fear. Escalators are one of the more dangerous things we accept as normal in our daily lives. I strongly recommend avoiding escalators in crowded environments like this.
I also got scared because I came down the escalator toward the customs hall, without room to get off since there were so many people down there
Jul 19, 2021, 7:55 pm
#1281
Join Date: Nov 2011
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so starting august 9th to sept 7th, fully vaxxed americans are allowed to fly into canada.
but do americans still need to show proof of negative test result to board the plane flying into canada?
what about when boarding the plane to return to usa?
"However, the government announced today that it plans to launch a new surveillance program at airports and land border crossings starting Aug. 9. Fully vaccinated individuals will not need a post-arrival test unless they have been randomly selected to complete a COVID-19 molecular test."
reads like there is not going to be a need
but do americans still need to show proof of negative test result to board the plane flying into canada?
what about when boarding the plane to return to usa?
"However, the government announced today that it plans to launch a new surveillance program at airports and land border crossings starting Aug. 9. Fully vaccinated individuals will not need a post-arrival test unless they have been randomly selected to complete a COVID-19 molecular test."
reads like there is not going to be a need
Last edited by abc5; Jul 19, 2021 at 8:02 pm
Jul 19, 2021, 8:02 pm
#1282
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Yes you still need proof of negative tests within 72 hours of scheduled departure to ENTER Canada. As a Canadian, I am hoping the feds will change the requirements to rapid Antigen test or remove the testing requirements for fully vaccinated Canadians and Americans, but I have a feeling the lack of an universal vaccine passport means my wish won't ever come true.
Jul 19, 2021, 8:29 pm
#1283
Join Date: Jul 2003
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Yes you still need proof of negative tests within 72 hours of scheduled departure to ENTER Canada. As a Canadian, I am hoping the feds will change the requirements to rapid Antigen test or remove the testing requirements for fully vaccinated Canadians and Americans, but I have a feeling the lack of an universal vaccine passport means my wish won't ever come true.
Jul 19, 2021, 9:12 pm
#1284
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so starting august 9th to sept 7th, fully vaxxed americans are allowed to fly into canada.
but do americans still need to show proof of negative test result to board the plane flying into canada?
what about when boarding the plane to return to usa?
"However, the government announced today that it plans to launch a new surveillance program at airports and land border crossings starting Aug. 9. Fully vaccinated individuals will not need a post-arrival test unless they have been randomly selected to complete a COVID-19 molecular test."
reads like there is not going to be a need
but do americans still need to show proof of negative test result to board the plane flying into canada?
what about when boarding the plane to return to usa?
"However, the government announced today that it plans to launch a new surveillance program at airports and land border crossings starting Aug. 9. Fully vaccinated individuals will not need a post-arrival test unless they have been randomly selected to complete a COVID-19 molecular test."
reads like there is not going to be a need
Jul 19, 2021, 10:13 pm
#1286
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How long to get arrival test results?
I’ll be flying into Montreal at the end of the month. I know I have to take a PCR test within 72 hours of the flight. I also believe I have to take a test on arrival into Canada. I’m supposed to quarantine at my hotel till I get the results. Any idea how long it takes to get results? I’ll be arriving around 5pm if it matters.
Jul 19, 2021, 11:57 pm
#1287
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I’ll be flying into Montreal at the end of the month. I know I have to take a PCR test within 72 hours of the flight. I also believe I have to take a test on arrival into Canada. I’m supposed to quarantine at my hotel till I get the results. Any idea how long it takes to get results? I’ll be arriving around 5pm if it matters.
Jul 20, 2021, 12:15 am
#1288
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I believe there is still arrival testing until the end of August 8. They will give you the option to do self test at home but it is strongly recommended to do the test on arrival at the airport since the wait time for self test is very long.
Jul 20, 2021, 12:17 am
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I’ll be flying into Montreal at the end of the month. I know I have to take a PCR test within 72 hours of the flight. I also believe I have to take a test on arrival into Canada. I’m supposed to quarantine at my hotel till I get the results. Any idea how long it takes to get results? I’ll be arriving around 5pm if it matters.
Jul 20, 2021, 12:27 am
#1290
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No you don't. Until August 8th, as a fully vaccinated Canadian (or resident), you will need to take a test upon arrival, but you do not need to quarantine until you get the results.