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Hover over the provinces and territories to see current domestic travel restrictions and traveller self‑isolation requirements. Information updated as of January 13, 2021.
British Columbia
All non-resident travel to Haida Gwaii is restricted. Otherwise, no travel restrictions or self-isolation for domestic travellers entering British Columbia (BC); however, people travelling to BC from another province or territory within Canada should only come for essential reasons. British Columbians are urged to avoid non-essential travel; this includes all travel into and out of BC and between regions of the province.
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No travel restrictions or self-isolation for domestic travellers entering Alberta (AB). However, all out-of-town travel is discouraged; this includes travel into and out of AB and between regions of the province. Eligible international travellers returning to AB at the Calgary International Airport or Coutts land border crossing can participate in a pilot program that will allow them to quarantine for less time (approximately 48 hours) provided they test negative for COVID-19 and if they commit to following specific public health and testing measures.
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No travel restrictions or self-isolation for domestic travellers entering Saskatchewan.
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No travel restrictions for domestic travellers entering Manitoba, but self-isolation required (except for residents of Western Canada and Northwestern Ontario). Travel to and from northern Manitoba is restricted and non-essential travel is discouraged.
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No travel restrictions for domestic travellers entering Ontario (ON), but 14-day self-isolation requested. Travel between regions within ON should only be for essential purposes.
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No travel restrictions or isolation requirements for domestic travellers entering Quebec (QC). Travel between regions within QC should only be for essential purposes. As of January 9, QC is implementing a curfew between the hours of 8pm to 5am; people are prohibited to move outside of their homes during these hours with few exceptions (e.g. going to work or medical reasons).
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As of January 8, prohibition on all non-essential travel into New Brunswick (NB) for all domestic travellers, except for workers and other specific exemptions (e.g. medical reasons) and Quebec (QC) residents from Listuguj First Nation and Pointe-a-la-Croix who have pre-registered and been approved to enter for essential services. 14-day self-isolation for all domestic travellers entering NB, except for specific exemptions.
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No travel restrictions for all domestic travellers entering Nova Scotia (NS), but 14-day self-isolation required for all domestic travellers entering NS, except for exempt workers from specific sectors and residents of Prince Edward Island (PE) and Newfoundland and Labrador (NL).
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Prohibition on all non-essential travel into Prince Edward Island (PE), non-residents need to apply for pre-travel approval, including a 14 day self-isolation plan; exception for Quebec (QC) residents going to the Magdalen Islands.14-day self-isolation for all other admitted travellers entering PE, except for exempt essential workers and PE residents travelling for essential purposes (e.g. medical appointment) who return the same day.
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Atlantic residents (NB, NS, PE) are permitted to enter NL but are required to self-isolate for 14 days; prohibition on travel to Newfoundland and Labrador for all other domestic travellers, except for residents and workers from key sectors and other specific exemptions as approved by the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Canadians living outside of Atlantic Canada who own a home in Newfoundland and Labrador are allowed to enter but are still required to self-isolate for 14 days.14-day self-isolation for all travellers entering NL, except for asymptomatic workers from specific sectors.
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Entry permitted for Canadians following self-isolation requirements, with few exceptions; enforcement at land borders and airport; mandatory travel routes for transiting through Yukon (YT). Several First Nations governments and communities currently have travel advisories in place. Travellers are asked to limit travel to YT communities and travel respectfully. The government does not recommend non-essential travel to the territory. As of November 20, mandatory self-isolation for all domestic travelers entering YT, except for critical workers from BC, NT and NU; critical service workers entering YT from all other Canadian jurisdictions must self-isolate; self-isolation must occur in Whitehorse, unless visiting a family member (in which case self-isolation must occur at their residence).
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Prohibition on travel to Northwest Territories (NT) foro all domestic travellers; entry permitted for Northwest Territories residents or those moving to Northwest Territories coming for work or attending school, critical or essential service workers, transiting to neighbouring jurisdictions (12-hour limit), transboundary First Nations people exercising treaty rights,Nunavut patients in the NT for medical treatment, with few exemptions; enforcement at land borders and airport. 14-day self-isolation for all admitted travellers entering Northwest Territories; must self-isolate in government designated sites in Yellowknife, Inuvik, Hay River or Fort Smith.
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Travel bubble with Churchill, Manitoba, whereby no self-isolation required if travelling directly from Churchill; as of November 17, mutual travel bubble with Northwest Territories (NT) is suspended, but those travelling directly from NT may still enter Nunavut (NU) with no self-isolation required; prohibition on all other travel into NU, except residents and critical workers; require written permission from the territory’s Chief Public Health Officer to enter. Non-essential travel within NU is not recommended. 14-day self-isolation for all admitted travellers prior to travelling to Nunavut, except for those travelling directly from NT and Churchill, MB; must self-isolate in government designated sites in Edmonton, Winnipeg, Ottawa or Yellowknife.
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British Columbia
Accommodations are open unless they have decided to close due to lack of demand/low occupancy/health concerns.
As of November 13, vacation accommodations are limited to those who reside together, or if a person lives on their own, up to two other persons with whom the person regularly interacts.
Restaurants, cafes, pubs and breweries can open for dine-in (with sufficient distancing measures and a maximum of 6 patrons per table); patrons who remain on premises after being served must be seated.
As of September 8, liquor sales in all bars, lounges, pubs and restaurants must stop at 10pm and they must close by 11pm (unless full meal service is available). Stand-alone banquet halls are closed until further notice.
Most businesses and enterprises are permitted to operate (with adherence to WorkSafeBC protocols and a COVID-19 Safety Plan in place). In addition, most parks, beaches, and outdoor spaces are open. Exceptions include casinos, which remain closed, and nightclubs, which are closed until further notice. Provincial park campground reservations are open for BC residents only; preferential access to camping will be given to BC residents. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
As of December 7, in-person events and community-based gatherings are suspended; this includes seasonal activities such as indoor and outdoor holiday events (with the exception of drive-in and drop-off events), musical or theatre performances, movie viewings in cinemas, and outdoor skating events.
Alberta
Stage 2 of 3
Regions have been classified into "Enhanced", "Watch" and "Open" depending on their level of risk.
For current region classifications, see COVID-19 relaunch status map
As of December 13, hotels, motels, hunting and fishing lodges may remain open, but with no in-person dining and access to recreational facilities.
As of December 13, all restaurants, bars, pubs, cafes and lounges are closed to in-person service; takeout, curbside pickup and delivery services are allowed.
As of December 13, all retail businesses are limited to 15% capacity; all entertainment businesses and entities must close, including museums, art galleries, casinos, amusement parks, theatres, concert halls, and arenas.
Most parks and outdoor spaces are open; however, only selected campgrounds are open at National parks and comfort camping remains unavailable at provincial parks. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
Saskatchewan
Phase 4.2 starting June 29
Dine-in can open (with sufficient distancing measures).
As of November 27, maximum of 4 people per table and establishments are required to capture contact information of patrons
All businesses and enterprises are permitted to operate (with adherence to sector-specific guidelines in the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan). In addition, most parks and outdoor spaces are open. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
As of October 30, all nightclubs in Saskatchewan must adhere to a maximum of 6 patrons per table, with no mingling between tables, and no karaoke and dance floors. In addition, nightclubs in Saskatoon must prohibit alcohol consumption after 10pm and close to patrons at 11pm.
As of November 19, entertainment transportation services (e.g., limousines and party buses) are not permitted.
As of November 27, capacity is restricted to 30 people at all arenas, live theatres, movie theatres, and performing arts venues; large retail locations are limited to 50% capacity.
As of December 19, all casinos must close.
As of December 25, retail services must reduce capacity to 50% and large retail locations must limit to 25% capacity.
Manitoba
Ontario
Effective January 14, the government is issuing a stay-at-home order requiring everyone to remain at home with exceptions for essential purposes, accessing health care services, for exercise or for essential work.
Additional restrictions are in place and reinforces that Ontarians should stay at home as much as possible to minimize transmission of the virus.
The current COVID-19 Response Framework will be paused at this time.
Accommodations remain open unless they have decided to close due to operational reasons.
Short-term rentals (e.g., cottages, cabins) are only to be provided to individuals who are in need of housing.
Meeting rooms and recreational facilities are not permitted (with limited exceptions).
All restaurants and bars are closed to in-person service; only takeout, drive-thru and delivery are permitted.
Concert venues, theatres and cinemas are closed; museums and cultural amenities, night clubs, zoos, aquariums, amusement parks, casinos, and tour/guide services are closed to the public; drive-in and drive-through events are not permitted.
Ski hills are closed but some outdoor recreational amenities (e.g., tobogganing, skating) remain open (following physical distancing requirements).
Retail businesses selling essential goods are limited to 50% capacity and big box retailers are limited to 25% capacity; most other retailers are closed to in-person shopping or are open by appointment only; all retailers are permitted to offer curbside pick-up or delivery. Non-essential retailers can only operate between 7am and 8pm.
Retail businesses selling essential goods are limited to 50% capacity and big box retailers are limited to 25% capacity; most other retailers are closed to in-person shopping or are open by appointment only; all retailers are permitted to offer curbside pick-up or delivery.
Quebec
Quebec has a regional alert system in place. There are 4 levels in total: Level 1 - Vigilance (green), Level 2 - Early Warning (yellow), Level 3 - Alert (orange), and Level 4 - Maximum Alert (red).
As of January 9, all regions in Quebec are in the Maximum Alert (red) level, except for the James Bay and Nunavik which are in the Alert (orange) level.
For current region classifications, see Alert levels map.
As of January 9, for “Red” regions: All restaurants and bars are closed to in-person service; only takeout, drive-thru and delivery are permitted. During the 8pm to 5am curfew, only delivery service is allowed.
For “Orange” regions: Maximum of 6 patrons per table and required to capture contact information of patrons; alcohol and food sales in all bars must stop at 11pm and they must close by midnight; in addition, alcohol sales at restaurants must stop at 11pm and no alcohol can be consumed after midnight.
As of January 9, for “Red” regions: All non-priority business must close to in-person service; however, all businesses are permitted to offer curbside pick-up. Businesses which are permitted to open must only provide essential goods and services; all businesses must close by 7:30pm to abide by the 8pm curfew.
Auditoriums, cinemas, theatres, museums, saunas and spas are closed. Ski hills remain open and sport and recreational activities are limited to members of immediate households only.
For “Orange” regions all business are permitted to operate (with adherence to sectoral guides and health measures related to their area of activity). It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
New Brunswick
As of January 6, all regions in New Brunswick are in the Orange level
Dine-in can open at restaurants, brewpubs and taprooms (with sufficient distancing measures and are required to capture contact information of patrons); in addition, patrons must be seated at all times and are restricted to members of a single household bubble.
All businesses and enterprises are permitted to operate (with adherence to WorkSafeNB guidelines and health measures related to their area of activity; all business must prepare operational plans). In addition, most parks, beaches, and outdoor spaces are open. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
Casinos, amusement centres, cinemas and large live performance venues may operate under a COVID-19 operational plan with maximum capacity of 50 people (or fewer depending on the size of the venue).
Nova Scotia
Restaurants can open for dine-in and bars, wineries, distilleries and taprooms can open for in-seat service (with sufficient distancing measures and restricted hours).
Most businesses and enterprises are permitted to operate (with adherence to sector associations' government-approved Workplace COVID-19 Prevention Plans). In addition, most parks, beaches, and outdoor spaces are open. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
As of January 11, retail stores are limited to 50% capacity.
Prince Edward Island
As of January 6, PEI is implementing post circuit breaker measures.
As of January 6, dine-in can open with maximum 50 patrons (with sufficient distancing measures); all patrons must remain seated with a maximum of 10 patrons per table; establishments must close by 11pm.
Food premises may have more than 50 patrons with an approved operational plan.
As of January 6, museums and libraries are limited to 50% capacity and retail stores remain limited to 50% capacity.
Otherwise, businesses and enterprises are permitted to operate (with adherence to sector specific operational guidelines). In addition, most parks, beaches, and outdoor spaces are open. It is recommended to check with the facility or tourism operator directly to confirm its status.
Newfoundland & Labrador
Yukon
Restaurants can open at full capacity for dine-in (with sufficient distancing measures and approved operational plan); bars can open at 50% capacity (with distancing measures and approved operational plan).
As of December 7, restaurants and bars are required to capture contact information of patrons.
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
As of December 23, in Arviat and Whale Cove: Restaurants are to open for take-out and delivery services only, bars to remain closed.
As of December 28, in Baffin, Kitikmeot, Chesterfield Inlet, Baker Lake, Coral Harbour, Naujaat, and Rankin Inlet: Restaurants can open with seated service at 50% of normal capacity (with sufficient distancing measures); maximum of 6 patrons per table.
As of December 28, in Baffin, Kitikmeot, Chesterfield Inlet, Baker Lake, Coral Harbour, Naujaat, and Rankin Inlet: Businesses can open (with sufficient physical distancing); galleries, museums and libraries can open but no tours or group gatherings; theatres can open with maximum 50 people or 50% capacity; municipal parks, territorial parks, and territorial parks reserves can open, but buildings must be closed; arenas can open with maximum 50 people or 50% capacity.
As of January 12, in Arviat and Whale Cove: same as restrictions in other communities above except arenas can open with maximum 25 people or 50% capacity