New Updates to ArriveCan
- New Introductory summary of additional measures
- Confirmation of evidence of a COVID-19 molecular test
- Confirmation of booking at a government-approved accommodation (Available February 18)
- New questions regarding suitable quarantine
Read more here: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/arrivecan.html
Transportation for Workers Upon Arrival
Employers are reminded that precautions must be taken when transporting arriving workers from the airport or from the farm to quarantine housing locations. This includes taking precautions to protect arriving workers from each other and from the driver of the vehicle. Some helpful guidance can be found here: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/publichealth/coronavirus/docs/COVID-19_Farm_Outbreak_guidance.pdf
Quarantine Requirements
The 14 day, non-working, and paid quarantine requirement for TFWs entering Canada remains in effect. Employers are required to enable workers to meet the quarantine requirement. The requirements for employers to meet are outlined here: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/employer-compliance/covid-guidance.html. Frequently asked questions regarding requirements for entering and quarantine of TFWs, including monetary penalties for noncompliance can be found here: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/employer-compliance/covid-faq.html.
