After having read that page several times I agree with you it is confusing. While it doesn't mention a new COPR or a specific letter of authorization you can see from the way it is worded they want you to provide proof of specific information, then they will approve a person to travel. That would have to come as some kind of document, whether a new COPR or something else, to be presented before you would be allowed to board a flight. I think it would come as a COPR which is needed to apply for health care and other services after landing.
They must show
- proof of an acceptable plan to settle: documents to support their living situation in Canada (address, lease agreement, home ownership document), employment plans in Canada (location of work, letter from employer) or any other relevant information
- proof of an acceptable plan to quarantine for 14 days in Canada: includes proof of funds (bank or credit card statements) and how they will access groceries, medical care and other essential services.
- While in quarantine, they will not be able to leave their place of quarantine for any reason. This is mandatory even if they have no COVID-19 symptoms.
- proposed travel itinerary: a description of their proposed travel itinerary, including travel tickets if they already have purchased them
In addition, the applicant and accompanying family members must show that they meet the following criteria:
- held a valid COPR and PRV on or before March 18, 2020, but these documents have now expired; no specific date for US-based applicants
- have a compelling reason to travel to Canada now:
- family reunification: family member is in Canada and usually resides there
- economic: economic services and supply chains, critical infrastructure support
- health (immediate medical care), safety and security
- supporting Indigenous communities
- expiring status in the US
- tending to family matters for non-optional or non-discretionary purposes
- any other activities that are deemed non-optional or non-discretionary by the Government of Canada or based on an officer’s assessment
- the country where the client resides is not subject to exit controls that limit the client’s ability to travel to Canada. Within IN, processing officers will liaise with the respective migration program managers to verify this information; within CN, processing officers will liaise with the International Network – Rapid Response Operations Centre (IN-RROC), who will liaise with the appropriate migration program manager to verify this information.
Priority will be given to clients with a proposed or confirmed and detailed travel plan, or a willingness to book and confirm travel plans immediately once approved.
