Canadian institutions caution against travel to the US over border woes
Some institutions in Canada have issued warnings regarding travel to the United States, highlighting the risks associated with unpredictable and potentially invasive customs inspections. Travelers are advised to exercise caution, which may include re-evaluating their travel plans.
Key information
- Canadian institutions, such as CHEO, advise against travelling to the USA.
- Employees are instructed on how to minimize risks during border inspections.
- The Canadian government has issued warnings regarding border controls.
Canadian institutions, including the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), are warning against travel to the USA due to unpredictable customs inspections that may include full access to electronic devices. These institutions recommend avoiding travel or using devices without personal data.
CHEO and Alberta Investment Management Corp. strongly advise against travelling to the USA. Employees are instructed to avoid business trips for board or investor meetings unless necessary. They also recommend logging out of apps and deleting sensitive data before travelling.
Canadian institutions suggest using prepaid cell phones and laptops that do not contain personal data. The Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo provides such devices to its employees to minimize risks during inspections.
Tensions between the USA and Canada
Tensions between the United States and Canada are highlighted by the case of a French scientist who was denied entry to the USA. Although US authorities denied that the reason was his opinion on US policy, this situation underscores growing concerns over border inspections.
Canadian institutions are taking steps to protect their employees from unpredictable inspections at the US border. To minimize risks during inspections, they recommend avoiding travel or using devices without personal data.
