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Reuters CanadaU.S. Border to Remain Closed Until Late July

SAN YSIDRO, CA-, JUNE 1:  A Customs and Border Protection agent checks ID's from motorists crossing into the United States from Mexico at the San Ysidro Port of Entry June 1, 2009 in San Ysidro, California.  The Western Hemisphere Iniative (WHTI) was put into effect today at all Canadian and Mexican border crossings where visitors and residents must present an approved travel document when entering the U.S. at any land or sea ports of entry. These travel documents include a U.S. passport or passport card, as well as a Trusted Traveler Card (SENTRI, NEXUS or FAST) or an Enhanced Driver's License.  (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/Getty Images)
SAN YSIDRO, CA-, JUNE 1: A Customs and Border Protection agent checks ID's from motorists crossing into the United States from Mexico at the San Ysidro Port of Entry June 1, 2009 in San Ysidro, California. The Western Hemisphere Iniative (WHTI) was put into effect today at all Canadian and Mexican border crossings where visitors and residents must present an approved travel document when entering the U.S. at any land or sea ports of entry. These travel documents include a U.S. passport or passport card, as well as a Trusted Traveler Card (SENTRI, NEXUS or FAST) or an Enhanced Driver's License. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/Getty Images)
The ban, which has been in place since March 21, was set to expire on June 21

Reuters is reporting the Canada-U.S. border closure for non-essential travel will be extended until late July.

The news organization is citing three sources familiar with the matter, but no official announcement has been made yet.

The ban, which has been in place since March 21, was set to expire on June 21.

One of the sources has also told Reuters many provinces have privately told Ottawa they're reluctant to resume non-essential travel.

As of June 9, Canada is reporting 7,897 deaths related to COVID-19 with 96,653 positive cases across the country.

Locally, Windsor-Essex has seen 1,066 cases with 67 deaths.

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