Ford announces voluntary COVID-19 testing pilot program at Pearson
Posted January 6, 2021 1:11 pm.
Last Updated January 6, 2021 1:40 pm.
The Ford government is launching a free, voluntary COVID-19 testing pilot program at Pearson International Airport.
The program will be available to international travellers returning to Ontario, who are staying for more than two weeks. Eligible passengers will be able to pre-register for the test or proceed to get tested when they arrive at the airport.
Premier Doug Ford says any travellers who take the test will still have to quarantine for 14-days, even if they test negative.
The tests will be self-administered by the passenger, under the supervision of a health care provider, in-person or by video.
Test results will be available in 48-hours. If a traveller tests positive, their local health care unit will follow up.
