Sat 31 July 2021:
On Friday, local media reported that two Americans were fined around $20,000 each for presenting fake coronavirus vaccination documents when they arrived in Toronto, Canada.
According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, the two travelers also lied about undergoing a COVID-19 test prior to their departure last week, did not follow government-mandated hotel quarantine regulations, and refused to be tested upon arrival.
The travelers received four fines that totaled at $19,720 each, the agency said.
Canada eased quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated Canadians and foreigners provided they upload proof of vaccination on the ArriveCan application before they enter the country.
Unvaccinated travelers are required to stay for three days at a government-approved hotel, quarantine for 14 days at home, as well as undergo a PCR test prior to their flight, once they arrive, and eight days later.
Providing false documentation to government officials upon entry to Canada is a serious offense, the health agency warned, adding that violating quarantine protocols could lead to a $5,000 fine for each day of non-compliance.
More serious penalties include a six-month prison sentence or a $750,000 fine, the agency said.
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