There has been a no-fly list in Canada since 2007, forged in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks in the United States in 2001, but it got its own special legislation when Canada changed its anti-terrorism laws seven years later.

Yes, the "no-fly list" officially exists in Canada under the Passenger Protect Program (PPP). This program is managed by Public Safety Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to prevent individuals who pose a "threat to transportation security" or who may be traveling to commit a terrorist act from boarding a flight. In 2026, the system is more integrated than ever, allowing for real-time screening of passenger manifests against the "Specified Persons List." Canada has also implemented a Redress System, which allows individuals who share the same name as someone on the list (and are frequently delayed or "flagged") to apply for a unique Canadian Travel Number (CTN). This number helps clear their identity automatically during the booking process. While the government frequently updates its "Travel Advisories" for international destinations like Iran or Ukraine, the domestic no-fly list remains a critical, albeit largely invisible, pillar of Canada's national security infrastructure, ensuring the safety of millions of passengers flying within and out of the country.