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A message from Charmaine Dean, Vice-President, Research and International.

This memo reiterates the University’s processes for international travel including risk mitigation measures, security measures to protect your data and research, and provides recent updates toÌý.Ìý

It is important to note that these updates are reminders of what has always been the case with respect to international travel to any jurisdiction.Ìý

Travel registration

´¡±ô±ôÌý²õ³Ù³Ü»å±ð²Ô³Ù²õÌýparticipating in University-sanctioned international travel, including to the United StatesÌýmustÌýregister their travelÌýwith Safety Abroad (Note: students on co-op work terms outside of Canada will be automatically registered once their work term is approved in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵWorks and students on group travel activities will be registered by the group trip leader). ´¡±ô±ôÌýfaculty and staffÌýshould alsoÌýregister their travelÌýwith Safety Abroad as registration provides travellers with important pre-departure and risk mitigation information. Specifically, registered individuals will:ÌýÌý

• automatically be enrolledÌýin the pre-departure LEARN course, where they will be able to review recommended pre-departure risk mitigation measures;
• receive a Travel Risk Brief with destination-specific risk information from the University's Travel Safety and Security Provider, Anvil Group; and
• receive real-time incident alerts from Anvil Group for incidents taking place in their destination.Ìý

Government of Canada Travel Advice and Advisories

Anyone contemplating international travel should regularly consult theÌýÌýfor updated information in advance of, and during their travel.

Here are recent updates to theÌýÌýin response to inquiries we've received:

• U.S. authorities strictly enforce entry requirements. Individual border agents often have significant discretion in enforcing these requirements.
  • The University recommends you be prepared to comply and be forthcoming with border authorities and have a contingency plan in case entry is denied. If you are denied entry, you could be detained while awaiting deportation.

• U.S. border agents are entitled to search your electronic devices, such as your phones, computers or tablets, when you are entering the United States. They do not need to provide a reason to request your password to access your device. If you refuse, they may seize your device. The border agent can also delay your travel or deny entry if you are not a U.S. citizen.
  • The University recommends you consider what devices you bring when you travel. Please seeÌýTravelling to the United States FAQsÌýfor information on protecting your data and digital devices.
• Authorities may request proof of legal status in the U.S. at any time. Be prepared to show evidence of your legal presence in the U.S.
  • The University recommends travellers always carry their immigration documents with them (including passport, visa, proof of activity in the United States).
• Canadians and other foreign nationals visiting the United States for periods longer than 30 daysÌý. TheÌýTravelling to the United States FAQsÌýprovide information on how you may confirm that you have met registration requirements.
• Failure to comply with the registration requirement could result in penalties, fines, and misdemeanor prosecution. You should consult theÌýÌýwebsite to determine if you need to register with USCIS and how to do so.

The Government of Canada continually updates the travel advice and advisories. Sign up for email updates from the Government of Canada:Ìý.

All travellers are responsible for reviewing and ensuring compliance with entry and exit requirements toÌýany destination. Information on resources outlining requirements is provided on registration with Safety Abroad.Ìý Every individual should review the risks associated with travel to any destination and decide if they are willing to accept those risks. The decision to allow entry at the border rests with that destination’s government.

Please review the important information found on ourÌýTravelling to the United States FAQs.