U.S. DIPLOMATIC MISSION TO CANADA
Health Alert, U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada
Event: COVID-19 Update, U.S.-Canada Border Restrictions
Border Restrictions Extended
The U.S. and Canadian governments agreed to extend cross-border travel restrictions to non-essential travel through June 22. Non-essential travel includes tourism, recreation, and entertainment. Permitted essential travel includes: work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, and health, immediate medical care, and safety and security. Land borders are operating at reduced capacity and with limited hours. Travelers entering Canada must present a credible 14-day quarantine plan and adhere to other health measures. See CBP and CBSA websites for details.
With the onset of warmer weather and upcoming holiday weekends, please note that entering Canadian waters for recreational boating or fishing is not allowed under the current border restrictions. In addition, effective June 1, 2020, Transport Canada is also prohibiting pleasure craft from operating in Canada’s Arctic coastal waters north of the 60th parallel until October 31, 2020.
CBSA Suspends Service at Select Locations
On May 12, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced a temporary suspension of service at certain small vessel reporting sites, small airports of entry, ferry terminals and to the Remote Area Border Crossing (RABC) program. These COVID-19 related measures are temporary and will remain in effect until further notice. This CBSA news release provides details. CBSA also published this list of all CBSA locations that remain open during temporary service suspension at Canadian airports and private boat reporting sites.
Keep STEP Enrollment Active—
Encourage U.S. citizen friends and family to enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) so the U.S. Embassy and Consulates can contact them with updated information. If you plan to remain in Canada beyond your previously planned travel dates, remember to modify your STEP profile in order to continue to receive information and emergency alerts.
Monitor the following U.S. Government websites—
Monitor the following Canadian Government websites—
Monitor the following additional suggested websites—
Airlines, buses, trains, cruise lines, or travel operators regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions.
For Assistance: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates General are continually monitoring the current situation in Canada and continue to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens.
U.S. Embassy Ottawa
490 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 1G8
Canada
Telephone: +1 (613) 688-5335
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +1 (613) 238-5335
Fax: +1 (613) 688-3082
OttawaACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Halifax
Purdy’s Wharf Tower II
1969 Upper Water Street, Suite 904
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3R7
Canada
Telephone: +1 (902) 429-2480
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +1 (902) 429-2480, Press 1
Fax: +1 (902) 423-6861
Halifax-ACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Quebec
2, rue de la Terrasse Dufferin
(Vieux Québec, behind Chateau Frontenac)
Quebec, Quebec G1R 4T9
Canada
Telephone: +1 (418) 692-2095
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +1 (418) 692-2096
Fax: +1 (418) 692-4640
QuebecACS@state.gov
