FULLTIMEWANABE Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 (edited) Just announced couple hours ago, that we are opening up 5 more airports (besides the major 4) and our border to welcome fully vaccinated USA Citizens and permanent residents again. Certain rules/test but a step in a positive direction, especially for those transiting to Alaska etc. Looking forward to the USA's response hopefully due soon. https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/border Looking forward to welcoming back all our friends from down south August 9th. YEAH! Edited July 19, 2021 by FULLTIMEWANABE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 And is the US welcoming our northern neighbors as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Chalkie said: And is the US welcoming our northern neighbors as well? No word, yet. Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 Not only is the US going to welcome our northern neighbors, but what restrictions will the Canadian government put on their citizens? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 Some where I read that the Canadian Government will require a US Government issued proof of shots? Where do I get that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 5 minutes ago, whj469 said: Some where I read that the Canadian Government will require a US Government issued proof of shots? Where do I get that? I know there is a lot of push back on a "COVID passport" but back in the day we had to carry our yellow shot records along with our passports. If you, like us have the card that was filled out when you got your shot(s) do you not think this would suffice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FULLTIMEWANABE Posted July 20, 2021 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 Sadly and it's all third hand chit chat, but we are hearing a lot of folks trying to test the system through ArriveCan (Think I got that right?), and they are basically not admissible (might be too premature date start wise??). Also with test having to be within 72 hrs (test not results!) it's going to be quite the challenge. Too many hoops and loopholes sadly to get too excited, but with that said do agree in protecting ourselves from both sides of the fence as priority No 1 first and foremost. Lot of folks up here are anticipating as fast as they propose this 9th August opening that it'll be halted again. Out of curiosity we closely monitor the UK, and they opened up fast and furious on flights etc a while back with no quarantine, and then due to high numbers, started shutting down again. They are still at around 50,000 cases a day but from Monday are saying fully opened. We are cognisant of the land mass and the population size density wise which plays a big part on close proximities for spread and so on we'd think. Alas, it still looks like we are a long ways away from any form of "once upon a time leading to happily ever after". Finding myself humming Vera Lynn lately = We'll meet again, don't know where don't know when, but I know we'll meet again some sunny day" Stay safe everyone, and enjoy what travels you can whilst you can in your country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 51 minutes ago, Chalkie said: I know there is a lot of push back on a "COVID passport" but back in the day we had to carry our yellow shot records along with our passports. If you, like us have the card that was filled out when you got your shot(s) do you not think this would suffice? I've read that those cards given to us are now being forged. A new, safe way of tracking is needed. I took a photo of our cards for our phone just in case we're asked and we do have the hard copy. Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbaraok Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 Well the cost of doing 2 test (one pre test and one at-home test at the border) means not going to do it for a trip to enjoy a day in Vancouver or Victoria BC, so common before the pandemic during the summer in Western Washington. Quote Barb & Dave O'Keeffe 2002 Alpine 36 MDDS (Figment II), 2018 Ford C-Max HYBRID Blog: http://www.barbanddave.net SPK# 90761 FMCA #F337834 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mptjelgin Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 We just returned from Costa Rica, and the US requires a negative COVID test taken within 48 hours of your return. There was COVID testing available at every pharmacy, and even at the airport itself. We did our test at the airport and had results within 30 minutes. The cost was $65. Once testing became required for travelling between countries, the testing facilities were put into place very quickly and made quite convenient. As Barb says pretty inconvenient for a quick day trip, but certainly not enough to stifle travel for those who really want to go. But if you happen to test positive, things will get interesting... Quote Mark & Teri 2021 Grand Designs Imagine 2500RL, 2019 Ford F-350 Mark & Teri's Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 4 hours ago, 2gypsies said: I've read that those cards given to us are now being forged. A new, safe way of tracking is needed. I took a photo of our cards for our phone just in case we're asked and we do have the hard copy. Yes, it would have been nice if once you had your second shot they would have laminated it like a drivers license with a hard to forge (note I did not say impossible) laminate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbaraok Posted July 21, 2021 Report Share Posted July 21, 2021 1 hour ago, Chalkie said: Yes, it would have been nice if once you had your second shot they would have laminated it like a drivers license with a hard to forge (note I did not say impossible) laminate. But you will probably need a third shot, and there is room 9n the card we received for that 3rd shot. Quote Barb & Dave O'Keeffe 2002 Alpine 36 MDDS (Figment II), 2018 Ford C-Max HYBRID Blog: http://www.barbanddave.net SPK# 90761 FMCA #F337834 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vermilye Posted July 21, 2021 Report Share Posted July 21, 2021 19 hours ago, Barbaraok said: Well the cost of doing 2 test (one pre test and one at-home test at the border) means not going to do it for a trip to enjoy a day in Vancouver or Victoria BC, so common before the pandemic during the summer in Western Washington. Check with a local Walgreens. Ours here in upstate NY will do either Rapid (ID Now) test which is not on the Canada acceptable list or the PCR which is for free. One problem - the typical results of the PCR test is 2-3 days, and Canada wants the test within 3 days of entry... Quote Travel photos RV Blogs Journals & Travelogues at:http://www.lakeshoreimages.com My Travel Blog - Jon's Journeys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaH Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 (edited) On 7/19/2021 at 2:05 PM, Chalkie said: And is the US welcoming our northern neighbors as well? On 7/19/2021 at 3:08 PM, Darryl&Rita said: No word, yet. U.S. continues travel limits on northern border despite Canada's plan to open to fully vaccinated Americans | The Spokesman-Review Edited July 22, 2021 by LindaH Quote LindaH 2014 Winnebago Aspect 27K 2011 Kia Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 As stated above, to many hoops to jump thru. I have been waiting to go but it will be some time before that can happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted July 23, 2021 Report Share Posted July 23, 2021 The way numbers are climbing Canada may cancel that Aug. 9 re-opening. The U.S.A. is now at 609,999 deaths attributed to COVID-19. ref: https://covidusa.net/ Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chindog Posted July 23, 2021 Report Share Posted July 23, 2021 Can you provide a link to the possible cancellation? I searched, but could not find any announcements from the Canadian government. Quote Mike and Retha Hopkins 2014 Fleetwood Discovery 40G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaH Posted July 24, 2021 Report Share Posted July 24, 2021 15 hours ago, chindog said: Can you provide a link to the possible cancellation? I searched, but could not find any announcements from the Canadian government. Ray, IN said Canada *may* cancel...just an opinion, but nothing official. However, I tend to agree with Ray...with the rapid increase in COVID among the unvaccinated, I wouldn't doubt that Canada will rethink their opening date. Quote LindaH 2014 Winnebago Aspect 27K 2011 Kia Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chindog Posted July 24, 2021 Report Share Posted July 24, 2021 Oh, OK. We are planning a trip there in the next couple of months, and I was afraid there was something official going on. Quote Mike and Retha Hopkins 2014 Fleetwood Discovery 40G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 How do you get a Government approved document that indicates I have received the vaccines? What I have is issued by Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Government approved does not necessarily mean government issued. The CDC has approved the card below to be issued by the vaccinating facility. It was issued in .pdf format and possibly some others but the organization prints them so they are not all the same color. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, whj469 said: How do you get a Government approved document that indicates I have received the vaccines? What I have is issued by Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX? This topic is on Canada so that's what I assume you're asking...... You need to fill out information on this app & a link to the app is given here. Look under 'Proof of Vaccination'. https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada Edited July 25, 2021 by 2gypsies Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 2 hours ago, 2gypsies said: Look under 'Proof of Vaccination'. While we do not currently have plans to visit Canada, the information is interesting so thanks for posting the link. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted July 26, 2021 Report Share Posted July 26, 2021 Looks like they will accept a document from a hospital? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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