Transport
Canada today announced a modification to the list of
prohibited items announced on August 10, 2006.
The following security measure
will be in place until further notice:
- Effective at 0300
hours E.S.T. on August 13, 2006, for all flights
departing Canada, passengers will no longer be permitted
to bring onboard juice or aerosols in containers
of any size.
Passengers may continue to
bring aboard baby formula or breast milk if a baby
or small child is travelling. Prescription medicine
with a name that matches the passenger's ticket, insulin
and essential other non-prescription medicines are
allowed.
Liquids or
gels in containers of any size include: beverages,
shampoo, suntan lotion, creams, toothpaste, hair gel,
and other items of similar consistency. Aerosols include:
hairsprays and deodorant. Passengers should pack liquids,
gels or aerosols in checked baggage.
The Government of Canada remains
committed to taking all measures necessary to protect
the safety and security of Canadians.
Contact:
Communications
Transport Canada
613-993-0055
