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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, two travelers from the United States provided false information regarding COVID-19 prevention measures upon arrival at Toronto airport. Specifically, these travelers falsified vaccination records and pre-entry test results, violated immigration regulations, and resided in a location not on the government's approved list. For these four violations, each traveler was fined US$19,720.
Canada is tightening immigration controls at international airports.
Previously, the Public Health Agency of Canada had fined individuals for falsifying negative COVID-19 test results, but this is the first time someone has been fined for providing false vaccination documentation, according to an agency spokesperson. It remains unclear how the two individuals were fined, why they provided false documentation, or whether they actually contracted COVID-19.
“All individuals entering Canada must declare truthfully and comply with national regulations. Providing false information or documents upon entry is a serious offense, punishable by administrative penalties or even criminal prosecution. Penalties for providing false vaccination information can range from £750,000 (approximately 17.2 billion VND) to six months imprisonment, or both,” a representative from the Public Health Agency stated.
In Canada, fraudulent declarations and falsified documents are severely punished.
Canada began welcoming vaccinated business travelers on July 5th, but still requires quarantine and testing. From August 9th, vaccinated tourists will be allowed to enter Canada if they meet the country's regulations. Tourists will not have to quarantine if they have proof of full vaccination.
