Border Slowdown: Canadians Pull Back from U.S. Travel Ahead of Labour Day

Canadian travel to the United States is down heading into the Labour Day weekend, continuing a months‑long slowdown in cross‑border movement. Statistics Canada’s latest travel indicators show Canadian‑resident return trips from the U.S. have fallen sharply — more than 50% below their August 2024 peak — with land‑border crossings seeing the steepest decline. This is the same type of travel that normally surges on long weekends, suggesting 2026 is shaping up to be a quieter Labour Day...Read More

Canada Updates Travel Advisories for Popular Destinations

Canada has recently updated its travel advice for several popular destinations, urging Canadians to review safety conditions before travelling. The latest advisories include changes for India, Indonesia, Nepal, China and other countries, with risk levels varying by destination and region.

For India, Canada currently advises travellers to “exercise a high degree of caution” because of the threat of terrorist attacks, while some regions carry additional warnings.

Canada has also updated advisories for Nepal and China following severe flash flooding and mudslides along their border, warning travellers about the potential for further flooding and related hazards.

Canadians planning international trips are advised to check the Government of Canada's latest travel advisory before departure, as conditions and risk levels can change quickly...Read More

Ebola border measures affecting travel to Canada and the U.S.

The Government of Canada and the U.S. Transportation Administration (TSA) have introduced temporary border requirements related to an Ebola outbreak. These measures may affect travellers who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda or South Sudan, including if they were only transiting through these countries (within 21 days of travel).

Depending on your citizenship, residency status and travel history, you may be subject to entry restrictions, quarantine requirements or other public health measures when travelling to Canada and the U.S.

As eligibility requirements vary by traveller and are subject to change, it’s important to review the following information...Read More