Last Updated: September 17, 2021

Effective September 13th, proof of vaccination will be required in BC for people attending certain social and recreational settings and events. Learn More
Effective from Aug 25th, masks are required in all public indoor settings for people 12 and older in B.C. Learn more.
Effective from Aug 23rd restrictions on personal and organised group gatherings are in effect. Learn more.

Recreational travel within Canada is allowed as of July 3rd/ 2021 with proof of vaccination.

You can see British Columbia's full Restart Plan at www.gov.bc.ca/restartbc. 

 

Fully vaccinated foreign nationals who qualify will be allowed to enter Canada for discretionary travel on the following dates if they meet specific criteria: LEARN MORE

• From August 10, 2021, American citizens and permanent residents of the United States, who currently reside in the United States.
• September 7: All other foreign nationals.

Know before you go is a great resource if you have any questions visit https://www.hellobc.com/know-before-you-go

It is more important than ever to travel responsibly this Fall. To help you we have created several responsible travel resources  

• Visit our Responsible Travel Webpage which has information about to travel, recreate and experience the mountains responsibly.
• Read our 3 part blog series on Responsible Travel
  • ​Part 1: Plan Ahead
  • Part 2: Respecting the Land and Others
  • Part 3: Supporting Local and Small Businesses
• We have created a "Travelling to Golden during COVID-19" document to help you plan ahead, CLICK HERE to view or download it.

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While in Golden we ask that everyone abide by individual COVID-19 protocols that are visible prior to entering each business. Each business's protocols should include information about masks, hand sanitization, and maximum occupancy. Bringing your own personal protective equipment such as masks and hand sanitiser is very important. Finally, PLANNING AHEAD whenever possible is more important than ever. This includes accommodations, dinner reservations and all activities. 

 

Latest Developments:

• From September 13 a proof of vaccination will be required by people in BC to access certain businesses and events. Learn More.

• September 7: All other double vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Canada

• From Aug 25th, masks are required in all public indoor settings for people 12 and older in B.C. Learn more.

• From August 20, 2021, applicable to the Interior Health Authority region, masks are required in all public indoor settings for people 12 and older and from Aug 23rd restrictions on personal and organised group gatherings are in effect. LEARN MORE

• From August 9, 2021, American citizens and permanent residents, who are currently residing in the United States, and have been fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to entering Canada may enter for recreational travel. LEARN MORE

• As early as September 7, 2021, provided that Canada’s COVID-19 epidemiology remains favourable, the federal government intends to open Canada’s borders for recreational travel by fully vaccinated travellers from any country.  LEARN MORE

• On July 1st, BC entered Step 3  of their Restart Plan 

• Step 3 allows for 

  • Canada-wide recreational travel

  • Return to normal for indoor and outdoor personal gatherings including sleepovers

  • Indoor organized gatherings 50 people or 50% capacity, whichever is greater

  • Outdoor organized gatherings 5,000 people or 50% capacity, whichever is greater

  • Restaurants, bars and pubs have no restrictions on group limits for indoor and outdoor dining in, events are also events allowed. Socializing between tables is still restricted.

  • Nightclubs can have up to 10 people seated at tables, tables 2 m apart, no dancing, no socializing between tables

• BC's 4-step Restart Plan began on May 25: 

Other Developments and Travel information 

• Check if you qualify for the fully vaccinated exemption for foreign nationals.

• Get current COVID-19 travel information and learn about self-quarantine requirements.

• The Provincial Health Officer’s Order on Gatherings and Events limits the number of people in vacation accommodations, including house, cabin, yurt and boat rentals, as well as hotel rooms, to the capacity of the space. No person who is not an occupant may be present at a private residence or vacation accommodation, except as provided for in section C2, 5, 6 and 7 of the Order. 

• Air operators have been formally mandated to prevent any travellers with symptoms to board an aircraft to Canada. 

• Canadians are to avoid all non-essential travel outside Canada, including to the US. Anyone who chooses to travel outside Canada must stay away from work or school for 14 days on their return. Read the Official Global Travel Advisory here.

• For updates on reported cases and risk assessment in the province visit the Interior Health website

Public Health Information Sources:

Health Canada COVID-19 information line: 1-833-784-4397. Interpretation services are available in multiple languages. Or email: phac.info.aspc@canada.ca

• Public Health Agency of Canada for the latest outbreak update on COVID-19
• Health Link BC for detailed information including FAQs
• BC Centre for Disease Control 

We are doing our best to stay on top of these rapidly evolving events and will continue to update this page as often as possible.