These 4 Canadian airports now have temperature screenings amid COVID-19

Four major Canadian airports will begin taking passengers’ temperatures starting Thursday as part of the effort to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The federal government says temperature screening stations are set up at airports in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal.

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Transport Canada says temperature screening will be expanded to another 11 airports by September.

The agency says employees who enter restricted areas of the airport will also be screened.

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Passengers who have temperatures above 38 degrees will not be allowed to travel and will be asked to re-book after two weeks.

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The new screening measures are meant to supplement previous travel safety precautions, including a requirement for all travellers to wear face masks.

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