New Canadian airport measures to speed up screening times for low-risk travellers

NEXUS cardholders and other low-risk travellers flying to the U.S. will be able to move through dedicated screening lines at several Canadian airports, following the announcement of a new federal government initiative this week.

In addition to travellers enrolled in the NEXUS program, members of the Canadian and American armed forces, uniformed airline crews and members of the U.S. Global Entry travel program will also be able to access the lines, which are currently available at Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal airports. These travellers will be able to pass through without removing shoes, belts, hats or jackets.

Upgraded NEXUS kiosks, which will provide faster, more reliable and efficient service, as well as a new portal that will provide tips, including information about border wait times, were also announced this week.

More than 1.1. million travellers are currently taking part in the NEXUS program, allowing for pre-approved travellers to cross the Canada/U.S. border quickly.