The federal government is now accepting âotherâ as a gender designation for travellers flying through or into Canada.
, a new entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals, now list âotherâ as a gender option. The gender designation must match the one shown on the travellerâs passport.
That should resolve the problems encountered by some foreign travellers who do not identify as either male or female.
Last summer, that Ottawa is considering a gender-neutral option for identity cards, after Ontario announced plans to introduce gender-neutral driverâs licences and health cards in 2017.
âItâs something weâre looking at federally. Weâre just trying to figure out the best way to actually get around to doing it,â Trudeau said in July. âThatâs part of the great arc of history sweeping towards justice.â
The eTA is now required for all foreign nationals from visa-exempt countries who fly into or through Canada. Exceptions include U.S. citizens and those who have a valid Canadian visa.
Applying for an eTA is done online and costs $7. Travellers entering Canada by sea or land do not need an eTA.