The Bermuda Government — through negotiations with the Canadian Consulate and West Jet — have arranged for Bermudian students still in Canada to be flown home, and a West Jet flight will depart from Toronto on Sunday.
A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism and Transport advises that the Bermuda Government, through negotiations with the Canadian Consulate and West Jet, have arranged for Bermudian students still in Canada to be flown home.
“At 2:00 pm on Sunday 22 March, West Jet [WS 2710] will depart from Toronto, Canada, Pearson Airport [YYZ] bound for Bermuda and is scheduled to depart that evening at 6:30 pm for a Toronto return.
“Outside of the passengers deplaning in Bermuda, the flight crew will remain on board preparing for the return flight and will later return to Toronto with the new passengers.
“Bermudian students in Canada and Canadian Nationals in Bermuda who wish to return home are advised to take advantage of this opportunity and purchase a ticket online at West Jet Airline’s website as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
“Government is aware of many Bermudian students stranded in Canada and Canadian Nationals in Bermuda unable to secure a flight back home,” said Minister of Tourism and Transport Zane DeSilva, “Thanks to the assistance of the Canadian Consulate and West Jet, we are able to provide an opportunity for them to fly back home to be with their families.”
“To that end, I ask all members of the public to help get the word out by sharing this opportunity with their friends, family, and on social media. We must all help to get our loved ones back home.”
“With that said, when we finally see our loved ones, emotions will get the best of us. And so I must remind and encourage everyone to protect themselves and help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Bermuda by following the instructions provided by the Ministry of Health.”
“Every returning resident will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days to help limit any possible spread of COVID 19. Should any person not have the ability to effectively self-quarantine at their residence, facilities have been identified to accommodate them.
“A comprehensive health declaration form is required to be completed for returning residents. The form will be required to be completed upon arrival or can be completed online in advance: http://forms.gov.bm/covid19.
