The Canada Border Services Agency and its over 8,000 frontline officers have implemented new travel restrictions across all ports of entry in all modes of transportation – land, sea, air and rail. The health and safety of Canadians is vital. At the same time, borders remain open for commer-cial and business operations; the Agency will continue to facilitate the flow of goods. The CBSA is fully prepared to process all commercial goods for entry.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is prepared to help Canadians who have been outside of Canada for an extended period and are heeding the advice of the Government of Canada to return home.
“Canadians around the world are heeding advice to return home, and, as a result, some travellers may be experiencing increased wait times at some airports and land entry points. If you are still outside of Canada and planning to return by land, border wait times are available online or on our app and could help you plan your return."
The Canada Border Services Agency and the Canadian Snowbird Association are encouraging Canadians who wintered abroad to plan ahead for a smooth return to Canada this spring.
“The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to limiting the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. Health and safety remains our top priority. Canada’s border services officers are professionals and have experience ensuring the health and safety of Canadians and Canada’s economy."
Earlier this month, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers at the International Mail Processing Centre in the Greater Toronto Area, referred a package for further investigation. Upon examination of the package, CBSA officers discovered two firearm suppressors. The prohibited devices were seized.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) plays a vital role in upholding the integrity of our borders, helping to grow our economy and keeping Canadians safe. Acting as Canada’s first line of defence, the CBSA would like to highlight some of the results achieved last year, and how it contributed to protecting Canadians and communities.
On January 7, 2020, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) seized CAN$179,482 (US$135,000) in undeclared currency from two United States residents seeking entry to Canada at the Pigeon River port of entry.
