Canadian crossing U.S border in Niagara for COVID vaccine turned away

By Canadian Press

Published: May 19, 2021 at 7:32 PM

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Canadians hoping to drive across the border for a COVID19 vaccine shot in the U.S could be out of luck.

Canadians hoping to drive across the border for a COVID-19 vaccine shot in the U.S could be out of luck.

Unlike Health Canada, the U-S border agency stated today that it doesn't consider a vaccine to be an essential medical service for travel purposes.

Airline pilot Shaun Horton tried to travel to New York today from Niagara Falls, Ontario for a vaccination appointment but was turned back even though he had a doctor's letter confirming the vaccine was medically necessary.

The head of Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor, Ontario says there is a need for clarity and leadership on the issue.