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Kim G C Moody is quoted in the Investment Executive on the “misleading” June 30 press release regarding Bill C-208: Investment Executive, July 20, 2021
Bill C-208 has caused some confusion for business owners wanting to sell. Kim G C Moody joined Dave and Faisal on More Than Money (July 17, 2021), to break down what this bill is and its tax implications. Listen to the episode.
“I tend to think this is going to be a huge spend budget…” Kim G C Moody is quoted in an article in the Globe and Mail on what to watch for in the federal budget, April 15, 2021. (Subscription Required)
Kim G C Moody is quoted in an article in the Edmonton Journal about his keynote remarks at the Alberta Chamber of Commerce, March 24, 2021
“We need a budget. We need a plan.”
Kim G C Moody is quoted in an article, “Warn on 1.83T Debt Ceiling,” March 18, 2021, on Blacklock’s Reporter (Subscription Required).
Client Alert: COVID-19 Testing Requirement for Air Passengers to Enter Canada
In the continued effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Government of Canada has announced that as of January 7, 2021, anyone seeking admission to Canada (unless exempt – see below), is required to provide evidence that the traveler has received a negative COVID-19 test conducted within seventy-two (72) hours prior to their planned travel.
What type of COVID-19 test must be conducted?
The COVID-19 molecular polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, which is also called a “viral test,” must be performed. An antibody COVID-19 test will not meet the requirements for entry. The PCR test result must be performed by a lab accredited by a government, professional association, or have obtained International Organization for Standardization (ISO) accreditation.
When must the traveler’s COVID-19 PCR test be conducted?
The COVID-19 PCR test must be conducted within seventy-two (72) hours prior to boarding a flight to Canada.
Does the COVID-19 PCR testing requirement apply to those entering Canada via land or sea port-of-entry?
No, the COVID-19 PCR testing requirement only applies to those entering Canada via air.
What is acceptable evidence of a negative COVID-19 PCR test?
The traveler must have written or electronic proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within seventy-two (72) hours prior to boarding.
Will proof of receiving a COVID-19 vaccine replace this test requirement?
While this is likely to be true at some point later this year, receipt of the vaccine does not replace the COVID-19 PCR testing requirement.
What if the COVID-19 PCR test is not available in the country from which the traveler is returning to Canada?
Travelers from a country where the COVID-19 PCR testing is unavailable will be required to report to a designated Public Health Agency of Canada quarantine facility for the duration of their mandatory fourteen (14) day quarantine.
Which travelers may be exempt from testing requirement?
Children under the age of five (5);
A crew member;
Emergency service providers; and
Technical stops (i.e. flights refueling).
Does this testing requirement replace other measures implemented by Canada to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
No, for now, this new COVID-19 PCR testing requirement does not replace the following key measures:
ArriveCAN registration and completion;
Temperature checks by airline prior to boarding;
Fourteen (14) day quarantine requirement; and/or
Alberta Pilot Program.
Stay tuned for the latest from the Moodys Immigration Team!