Canada to Fast-Track Select Visitor Visa Applications for Global Events

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will soon begin prioritizing the processing of certain visitor visa applications. This new measure is part of a broader strategic plan titled “An Immigration System for Canada’s Future,” which outlines the federal government’s vision for a modernized and responsive immigration […]

Canada Extends Travel Restrictions Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases

Maple News reports that Canada has extended its international travel restrictions until October 31, 2020, in response to a growing number of COVID-19 cases both within the country and globally. The renewed measures were formalized through an Order in Council issued by the Government of Canada and will remain in […]

ArriveCAN App Now Mandatory for All Travelers Entering Canada

Maple News reports that starting November 21, 2020, all travelers entering Canada must use the ArriveCAN app to digitally submit required COVID-19-related information. This move is part of Canada’s ongoing effort to protect public health and limit the spread of the coronavirus. Originally introduced in April 2020, the ArriveCAN app […]

Canada Extends Non-Essential Travel Restrictions Through January

Maple News reports that Canada is extending its ban on non-essential international travel until at least January 21, 2021, as the country continues its efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19. The decision, announced by Public Safety Minister Bill Blair, aligns Canada’s non-U.S. travel restrictions with the anticipated extension of […]

Can You Leave Canada Before Completing the 14-Day Quarantine?

Maple News reports that travelers arriving in Canada are required to quarantine for 14 days upon entry, regardless of their citizenship status. However, recent clarification from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) confirms that international visitors may leave Canada before completing their full quarantine period—so long as they remain […]