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.'
He said that the"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."
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