The U.S.-Canada border remains closed to non-essential traffic for at least another month. That’s the same story that has been told since March 2020.
The restrictions have been extended due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of the Delta strain of the virus that has been stressing healthcare systems on both sides of the border. The latest extension goes until October 21st.
Canada has lifted restrictions on vaccinated Americans. They have been allowed to enter Canada since August 9th.
The Biden administration is under pressure from lawmakers to clarify the reason for the land travel restrictions. Canadians are allowed to travel by air into the United States, as are other international travelers if they can show proof of vaccination and a negative Covid test.
The Mexican border is also closed to non-essential travel for at least another month.
Non-essential travel is defined as travel that is considered tourism or recreational in nature. Essential travel, that is permitted, includes work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services, and supply chains, health, immediate medical care, and safety and security.
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
