Santa declared an essential service provider, cleared for takeoff in Canada
By Shelby Knox
Santa has been declared an essential service provider in Canada.
Transportation Minister Marc Garneau put out the update today, giving Santa the all clear to take-off in Canadian airspace.
Minister Garneau delivered a COVID-19 themed rendition of The Night Before Christmas as part of his yearly announcement.
"The elves are all healthy, their temperatures clear, they've been loading the sleigh and attaching reindeer," he reads. "Santa's taken the test, and his lungs are all clear 'cause he's taken precautions with COVID all year."
Santa and his crew provide an essential service in Canada. I am thrilled to clear Santa for take-off in Canadian airspace this Christmas! I wish you all a healthy, safe and happy holiday season! https://t.co/AgqCTBh2BB
— Marc Garneau (@MarcGarneau) December 16, 2020