The Ottawa International Airport Authority issued this statement in response to the press release issued by Public Health Agency of Canada, Easing border measures for fully vaccinated travellers entering Canada - Permitting discretionary travel for citizens and permanent residents of the United States.

The Ottawa International Airport Authority is very pleased with today’s announcement from the Government of Canada concerning the reopening of Canada’s border to fully vaccinated U.S. and international travellers. After 16+ months of severely restricted access, we are anxious to welcome business and leisure travellers back to Canada’s Capital Region. We have worked closely with our airport and federal government partners to ensure a safe travel process for passengers and employees alike.

We are particularly pleased that YOW is among the airports approved for transborder and international landings and look forward to airlines returning service to YOW. Building back air service is key to our recovery and that of our tourism partners. Together, we will resume our roles as economic generators for our community.