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People arriving in Canada from coronavirus hot spots are put on the honour system.

There have been stories of people entering from countries with large numbers of COVID-19 cases being asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.

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But it’s not exactly forced.

Or enforced.

Instead, upon landing they are given a what-to-do pamphlet, available on the Government of Canada website.

In it is this question: “I am a returning traveller from the Hubei province in China or Iran, what do I need to do?”

The answer: “If you have travelled to Hubei province in China or Iran in the last 14 days, limit your contact with others for a total of 14 days, starting the day you began your journey to Canada. This means self-isolate and stay at home. In addition, contact the local public health authority in your province or territory within 24 hours of arriving in Canada.”