Dr. Hirji Wants US - Canada Border to Remain Closed Until Fall

Wednesday, 7 July 2021 16:02

By Linda Morgan

Niagara's top doctor says he wants to see the Canada-U.S border closed until the fall.

Despite calls from politicians and businesses to re-open the border, Hirji says the Delta variant still remains a big threat.

He says he would recommend extending the current closure this month, and re-consider the situation in the fall, in order to give both countries more time to vaccinate residents.

This comes as local leaders urge Ottawa to re-open the border, due to a drop in COVID-19 cases.

Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati says border cities desperately need a re-opening plan in order to help hospitality businesses stay afloat.

The current border closure is set to expire on July 21st.

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Dr. Hirji Wants US - Canada Border to Remain Closed Until Fall

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