New Truck Driver Vaccination Requirements In Canada and USA
Many highway transportation carriers are looking for clarification on the Canadian and USA Government’s mandates to show proof of vaccination at the port of entry.
Below is a summary of the requirements.
Canada - Jan 15
The Government of Canada confirmed that all truck drivers entering Canada will be required to show proof of vaccination through the ArriveCan app starting on Saturday, January 15th, 2022.
Canadian drivers without proof of vaccine will be required to quarantine for 14 days. Non-Canadian drivers will be turned away. The Canadian Trucking Alliance estimates that 10% of the driver pool will be affected by this mandate.
USA - Jan 22
All non-resident travelers into the US, including truck drivers, are to be fully vaccinated by Saturday, January 22nd, 2022 in order to enter.
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