The federal government announced on Tuesday that it will be eliminating its pre-arrival COVID-19 PCR test requirements for travellers who are fully vaccinated.
The restrictions are set to end at the end of February, said Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos.
"I'm announcing we are easing our border measures. It is time to adjust our approach," said Duclos.
Fully vaccinated travellers will now be able to use a negative rapid antigen or PCR test result to meet entry requirements for their own country.
Travellers, however, will not be able to use an at-home test.
Some travellers may still be randomly selected for a PCR test while crossing, but will not have to quarantine while waiting for results, Duclos said.
Children under 12 will also no longer face any restrictions, including those who are not fully vaccinated.
Unvaccinated travellers will still be required to be tested upon arrival.
"All measures are subject to re-evaluation," said Duclos. "It's important to note that if the epidemiological situation continues to improve, if hospitalizations continue to diminish and Canadians continue to get their booster shots, further easing of travel restrictions could be considered in the coming weeks."
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