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| Passports are the best form of identification because they prove both identity and citizenship. To apply for a US passport go to the US State Department web site at: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html | |
Children
Canada Customs and Immigration officers and United States Customs officers are members of or affiliated with Child Find Canada, and Child Find of America,. You may be asked to produce birth certificates. Anyone traveling with children not their own may be required to show written permission from the child's parent(s) and proper identification (birth certificate).
Other Countries
Visitors from countries other than the US require a valid passport and in some cases a visitor's visa. Visas are issued by Canadian Immigration offices, embassies and consulates.
Criminal Records
Individuals with criminal records wishing to enter Canada can apply for a waiver. This should be done a minimum of 3 - 4 weeks in advance of the intended visit and can take up to 6 months. It should be noted that Driving Under the Influence convictions are considered a criminal offense in Canada Individuals with criminal records without waivers can be refused entry. Contact the nearest port of entry Canada Immigration office for more information. See contact information below.
Persons without waivers who have only DUI's or other less serious criminal convictions and have no criminal convictions in the past 10 years may be considered rehabilitated when they reach the border but this is at the Canada Immigration officer's discretion. A "Remote Area Border Crossing Permit" may assist the Immigration officer in determining admissibility to Canada since it requires normal background checks. This permit costs $30.ºº Canadian (approx. $20.ºº US). More information regarding the "Remote Area Border Crossing Permit" is available at www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/rabc.html.
CUSTOMS RESTRICTIONS FOR VISITORS TO CANADA
Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Products
For short-term visitors to Canada, the following restrictions apply per person:
-1.14 liters (40 oz.) of liquor or wine, or 24 x 355ml (12 oz.) bottles or cans
of beer or ale (8.5 liters)
-200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or cigarillos or 400 grams of manufactured tobacco or
400 tobacco sticks
You must be 19 years of age or older to import alcoholic beverages or tobacco products
into Ontario.
Weapons
Firearms are strictly controlled and many are not permitted in Canada. Handguns and assault weapons are strictly prohibited. U.S. law enforcement personnel and other persons legally carrying a firearms may check their firearms with Canada Customs and Immigration at their point of entry into Canada and the firearms will be returned to them when they leave Canada at the same border point or at another prearranged border point at their discretion.
Other Goods
Certain goods are restricted from entering Canada. If you are considering importing meat or dairy products, weapons, plants, vehicles, or exotic animals or products made from their skins or feathers, please contact Canada Customs beforehand for guidance.
WHILE IN CANADA
Medical Insurance
Double check that your insurance policy covers you during your time in Canada. Consider purchasing supplemental or other insurance if your own policy is not enough. You may wish to check with your health insurance company to ensure that your policy includes coverage for medical evacuations to the United States as well as escorts to the United States, hospitalization abroad, premature birth abroad, and other coverage for a beneficiary who is involved in an accident or illness outside the United States. Carry details of your insurance plan with you (and leave a copy with a relative or friend at home). Generally speaking most medical procedures in Canada are lower cost than in the U.S. If you do have to go to an emergency room, they accept most credit cards. There is a good hospital about 20 minites from the resort.
**Please note: The U.S. Social Security Medicare Program does not provide for payment of hospital or medical services outside the United States.
Your Dollar Goes Further
US dollars, and several other foreign currencies, enjoy a premium rate of exchange in Canada. Credit Cards are generally processed in Canadian dollars with, again generally, a fairly favorable exchange rate by the Credit Card companies, but many charge a 2% process fee. We accept U.S. funds and give our guests the current rate of exchange. If you pay in cash we will extend a 5% cash discount for any cottage rental.
Automobile Radar Detectors
It is illegal to take automobile radar detectors into the provinces of Quebec, Ontario, and Manitoba or into the Yukon and Northwest territories. The police will confiscate radar detectors, whether in use or not, and may impose fines up to $1000.
RETURNING TO THE UNITED STATES
Immigration
To re-enter the United States, returning U.S. citizens need to show the Bureau of Citizenship and Naturalization Services or the Department of Homeland Security officer proof of identity and citizenship, such as a passport, birth certificate, or certificate of naturalization (for citizenship) and photo identification (such as a driver's license) for identity. A U.S. passport is proof of both citizenship and identity. Persons who are dual nationals should enter using U.S. documents only, as they could be fined under U.S. law for entering the U.S. on a foreign passport.
U.S. Customs
Articles acquired abroad and brought back with you into the United States are subject to duty and internal revenue tax. As a returning U.S. resident, you are allowed to bring back $400 worth of merchandise duty free. However, you must have been outside the U.S. for at least 48 hours, and you must not have used this exemption within the preceding 30-day period. The next $1,000 worth of items you bring back with you for personal use or gifts are dutiable at a flat 10 percent rate. Any dollar amount of an article or articles over $1000 is subject to variable duties.
 Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario: Canada Customs and Immigration 125 Huron Street, Bridge Plaza Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1R3 Automated Immigration/Visitor Information: Phone: (705) 941-3100 Canadian Government Websites: Canada Customs and Revenue Agency Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) www.cbsa.gc.ca |
 Sault Ste Marie, Michigan: U.S. Customs Service International Bridge Plaza Sault Ste. Marie, MI. 49783-1492 Phone: (906) 632-2631 U.S. Customs Service-Sault Ste Marie Office U.S. government websites: U.S. Department of State www.travel.state.gov |
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