<p>In doing so, Canada harmonises its list of items prohibited onboard aircraft with the United States and the European Union.<br /><br />Following a review by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, "air travellers can now bring in their carry-on baggage small scissors and tools that are no longer than six centimetres (excluding the handle)," Transport Minister Chuck Strahl said in a statement.<br /><br />These items pose a "low threat to aircraft safety and security" now that cockpit doors are reinforced and security officers are present on some flights, he explained.<br />Knives of any size or length, however, remain prohibited.<br /><br />The minister also unveiled "new dedicated lanes for families" at airport security checkpoints, with equipment specifically designed for bigger items such as strollers.</p>
<p>In doing so, Canada harmonises its list of items prohibited onboard aircraft with the United States and the European Union.<br /><br />Following a review by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, "air travellers can now bring in their carry-on baggage small scissors and tools that are no longer than six centimetres (excluding the handle)," Transport Minister Chuck Strahl said in a statement.<br /><br />These items pose a "low threat to aircraft safety and security" now that cockpit doors are reinforced and security officers are present on some flights, he explained.<br />Knives of any size or length, however, remain prohibited.<br /><br />The minister also unveiled "new dedicated lanes for families" at airport security checkpoints, with equipment specifically designed for bigger items such as strollers.</p>