Canada is updating its entry requirements by the end of this month at the federal level, according to The Globe and Mailits sources.
This means that those coming to the country will no longer need a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination record and will have the option of whether or not to fill in their information in the ArriveCAN app.
Canada’s new relaxed entry requirements will apply to anyone arriving by air, land and sea.
The changes are expected to come into effect on September 30, but according to The globestill need to be finalized at cabinet level.
Two of their sources said Canadians will still be required to wear masks on trains and planes as directed by the federal health minister.
Last month, US MP Elise Stefanik wrote a letter to Canadian federal authorities, asking them to end the use of ArriveCAN. The app has been controversial since it came into effect.
“We should work to further develop our partnership, not hamper its success with misguided burdens such as mandatory use of the ArriveCAN app by the Canadian government,” she wrote.
Currently, the Canada Border Services Agency has a “planned outage» review for ArriveCAN active on its website. It says the app will be undergoing a scheduled update on September 20 and 22 from 6-6:30 a.m. ET.
“This will result in two brief service interruptions. We advise you to submit your ArriveCAN information before or after the scheduled maintenance time. You can do this through the ArriveCAN mobile app or web platform up to 72 hours before your arrival in Canada.
Those affected during the disruption will not be able to access the app, but can submit their information prior to arrival using this Traveler Contact Information Form.
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