It's one thing to refuse to be vaccinated against covid-19 and to have your virusprecautions tested, but it's quite another to lie to authorities, especially when you are visiting another country.AdvertisementCanadian authorities have announced that two people traveling from the U.S.A to Toronto were stopped for not complying with entry requirements. The Public Health Agency of Canada released a statement saying that the travellers provided false information regarding proof of vaccination and pre-departure testing. In addition, they also failed to stay in government-authorized accommodations, which is a requirement for people who are not vaccinated , and carry out covid-19 arrival tests.Eight fines were imposed on the travelers who arrived in Toronto during July 18th. Each will be required to pay $19720The release stated that the Public Health Agency of Canada announced that the Government of Canada will continue to investigate reported incidents and will take enforcement action if necessary to protect Canadians' health from further spread of COVID-19 or its variants of concern.Although that sounds like a large sum of money, it could have resulted in a much larger fine or even a sentence. Canadian authorities state that anyone who violates any quarantine or isolation instructions issued by a screening officer or quarantine officer at entry to Canada could be subject to $5,000 fines or even prison time for each violation. For more serious offenses, six months imprisonment and/or $750,000 fines can be imposed.Current Canadian travel regulations allow fully vaccinated Canadians to enter Canada without the need for quarantine. This regulation applies to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated and are allowed to enter Canada. Non-essential travel by foreigners is not allowed until August 9. To be eligible to opt out, travelers will need to present documentation that confirms their vaccination status and upload them onto the ArriveCAN app.CTV News explained that travelers who have not been vaccinated in this instance must stay at a government-approved hotel for three nights, be in quarantine for 14 days and undergo covid-19 testing before they depart for their flight departure.AdvertisementAccording to the Public Health Agency of Canada, all Canadian travelers arriving in Canada must answer all questions truthfully. False information or documents provided to Canada's officials upon entry is a serious offense that could lead to criminal or civil charges.Overall, lying to authorities can be a bad idea. It also seems more difficult. It's not hard to see the point. It is likely that the two travellers in question had to create authentic-looking documents. It is much simpler to get vaccinated than go through the hassle of getting tested. While we are on the topic of time wasting, imagine the outcome of the travelers trip after they were caught with their pants on fire.
