In a bid to also stop the spread of Ebola into its borders, the Canadian
government today October 31st announced its suspension of visa applications for
travelers from Ebola-hit countries.
Below is the statement released today by Canada's health minister, Rona Ambrose
"Our number one priority is to
protect Canadians. We continue to work
with domestic and international partners to aid efforts to respond to the
outbreak in West Africa, while strengthening our domestic preparedness here at
home."
The Canadian immigration minister,
Chris Alexander said Canadian immigration authorities will not process any visa
application for individuals who have been in any Ebola-affected nation 'within
three months prior to the date of the application.'
"Canada has been a leader in
the international efforts to respond to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.
The precautionary measures announced
today build on actions we have taken to protect the health and safety of
Canadians here at home." he said.
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