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Canada Closing it's Borders to Non-Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents

It looks like Niagara's border crossings will remain open, but only a few people will be allowed into Canada.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says only Canadian citizens or permanent residents will be allowed to enter the country starting on Wednesday.

But there are a few exemptions; which include American citizens, diplomats, immediate family and air crew.

Trudeau says those showing symptoms of COVID-19 will not be allowed into Canada.

Ottawa will also offer a support program, to provide funding to help fly Canadians home. If they can't board a plane, it will help cover their needs abroad.

Only four airports across the country will allow international flights starting Wednesday; Toronto Pearson, Montreal Trudeau, Vancouver International and Calgary International.

Trudeau says these measures will help save lives.

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