More than 24,000 immigration documents could be suspended by Ebola border measures
The first use of new border powers pauses visas and travel authorizations for residents of three African countries as officials monitor Ebola risks.
- On May 27, Canada suspended more than 24,000 travel documents for residents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan to prevent Ebola's spread, with the 90-day measure taking effect just before midnight.
- This mass suspension marks the government's first use of powers granted under border legislation C-12, which passed in late March, allowing Canada to modify immigration documents in bulk when deemed in the public interest.
- The suspension affects about 12,600 DRC residents, 11,500 Ugandan residents, and 470 South Sudan residents, with officials stressing these measures apply solely based on country of residence, not nationality.
- Anyone arriving from Ebola-affected regions faces a mandatory 21-day quarantine until Aug. 29, while Canada continues processing visa extensions and passports for people already in the country.
- The government will monitor public health risks, noting increased international travel for the FIFA World Cup, while critics argue the broad definition of public interest in C-12 could permit government abuse.
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Canada's Ebola travel rules have suspended some visas — including for people already here
An untold number of Ugandans, Congolese and South Sudanese nationals who were already in Canada when the federal government brought in Ebola virus-related travel restrictions for residents of those three countries have had their visas suspended, CBC News has learned.
More than 24,000 travel documents could be suspended as a result of the government's efforts to prevent Ebola from entering Canada.
Travel documents are suspended for nationals of affected countries, also subject to about 40 years of age.
More than 24,000 travel documents could be suspended as a result of the government's efforts to prevent Ebola from entering Canada, according to the Federal Department of Immigration.
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More than 24,000 immigration documents could be suspended by Ebola border measures
Canada announced a 90-day suspension of a variety of immigration and travel documents for people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan.
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