But the border bans have fuelled criticism from civil rights advocates who argue barring fellow Canadians is unconstitutional. The CCLA argues provinces and territories barring Canadians violates the country's Charter of Rights and Freedoms. On Wednesday, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball defended the province's travel restrictions, arguing they remain necessary to avoid spreading the virus. The rest of Canada's provinces have each advised against non-essential travel for now but are still allowing Canadian visitors to enter their province. CCLA's Zwibel said that rule may be a less restrictive way for a province to protect its residents during the pandemic.

Source: CBC News June 06, 2020 08:00 UTC