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Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

What are some tips when travelling to a different country? Does the employer have health and safety responsibilities for a business traveller? What are some travel tips at your destination?

Access information about recalls and safety alerts, as well as tips on home safety and being prepared in an emergency.

Monitors, verifies, and disseminates travel health information. Produces recommendations for international travellers and health professionals.

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Health Canada is responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. It ensures that high-quality health services are accessible, and works to reduce health risks.

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The Aviation Occupational Health & Safety (AOHS) Program's main objective is to ensure the health and safety of crewmembers on board aircraft.

Inside Vancouver: Health & Safety - Before you visit Vancouver, visit TripAdvisor for the latest info and advice, written for travelers by travelers.

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Public Safety Canada (PS) is responsible for, and committed to, providing a safe work environment for all its employees. Promotion of safe working conditions and compliance with regulations are key components of health and safety in the work place.

This Travel Guide offers practical information about health and safety issues related to traveling abroad. While most students go abroad without incident, travelling overseas has its risks. Whether your destination is low-risk or high-risk, this guide can help.

Official U.S. government health recommendations for traveling. Provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The Canada Safety Council offers online learning courses that maximize engagement, comprehension and retention in a dynamic, interactive style. These online training courses meet provincial and federal regulations. However, some companies have their own regulations which might not be met by these online training courses.

The IAFF remains the leader in every fire fighter safety initiative for nearly a century. The IAFF Occupational Health, Safety and Medicine Division develops and disseminates knowledge within the fire service so fire fighters, paramedics and EMTs can recognize and control the safety and health hazards and occupational medicine issues associated with the profession.

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There are no significant security risks associated with travel to Canada, although travellers should be alert to the underlying threat of terrorism.

Make sure you have adequate travel insurance, whatever the length of your trip. At a minimum, you need coverage for medical emergencies and treatment, including hospital stays and an emergency flight home. Medical treatment for non-Canadians is very expensive.

Latest travel advice for Canada including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health

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