The last few days have been a whirlwind and we know many of you are worried about the processing of your applications, reuniting with family, or returning to Canada. We want to assure you that you are not alone. Can-Am Immigration and our staff are here to provide you with the most up-to-date information pertaining to the Coronavirus as it relates to Canada Immigration, applications, and entry into the country.  

CANADIAN BORDER CLOSED

As of March 17, 2020, the Canadian border is closed to non-Canadian citizens. Travel to Canada is limited to citizens, permanent residents, immediate family members and essential travel only. On March 18, 2020, the Canadian and United States border was also closed to non-essential travelers. This means that only Canadian citizens or permanent residents can travel from the United States to Canada. Travel for business or trade purposes is still allowed.

AIR TRAVEL LIMITED

To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, airline companies are instructed not to allow anyone to board an aircraft if they are showing any signs of symptoms of COVID-19.  Those individuals who believe they may be infected should not travel and should not take their chances to board an aircraft at this time.

ONLY 4 CANADIAN AIRPORTS OPEN

On March 18, 2020 the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the closure of all Canadian airports with exception to the following four (4).  All air travel, with exception to flights originating from the United States, Mexico, Caribbean, and St-Pierre and Miquelon will be routed to these airports to help with the containment of the COVID-19 virus.

• Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
• Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
• Montreal-Pierre Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
• Calgary International Airport (YYC)

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Immigration Canada has cancelled all inland landing interviews and will conduct interviews by phone. You will be contacted by IRCC if you had a scheduled landing interview.
• Biometrics offices are closed and are not providing services at this time. If you received a request to complete the step of biometrics, you will automatically be given 90 days to complete this step.
• Flag-polling is not permitted and is not encouraged.
• IELTS and CELPIP in-Canada testing centres are currently closed until further notice.

Our offices will remain open and we will continue to provide updates as necessary.  We hope that you and your family stay safe during this difficult and unprecedented time.

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