Since February 2026, there have been various ongoing situations around the globe which have prompted the Government of Canada to inform Canadian travellers to be extremely careful while travelling to, or around, certain countries. The magnitude of the conditions are outlined by the risk levels on the Canadian government’s travel advice and advisories by destinations web page.
Due to conflicts in the Middle East, there are several nations which Canadians have been warned to avoid completely, including Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Connecting flights between these countries have also been cancelled as airspaces are limited or closed.
Despite recent circumstances of cartel-related violence, Mexico is not included on the avoid list. However, the Canadian government has advised citizens to be on high alert if planning to visit.
The conditions in Mexico have caused some Canadian travellers to shift their plans. However, according to a survey conducted by Leger 360, there are still many Canadians who are willing to make the trip.
“While concern is clearly present, 46 per cent still plan to travel to Mexico as originally intended.”
These advisories are not solely limited to particular destinations, but have been impacting the status of travel worldwide.
