Smoother Border Crossing into Canada this Victoria Day Weekend
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 05/15/12 -- With the arrival of spring comes increased traveller volumes. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to providing the best possible service, which includes helping you know what to expect when you arrive at the Canadian border.
For information, including identification requirements for entry into Canada, visit the CBSA Web site at , and select . Looking for a smoother landing? Our video, , is also available on the .
Make the most of your timeUp-to-date information on our 23 busiest land ports of entry, including border wait times, can be found at . You can also receive updated .
Join to take advantage of simplified and expedited border clearance for low-risk, pre-approved members. NEXUS members avoid long lineups using automated, self-serve kiosks at airports, designated NEXUS lanes at specific land border crossings, as well as the benefit of advance reporting when travelling by sea.
Declare all purchases made abroadKnow your personal exemptions, including those for alcohol and tobacco. Declare all purchases made (including duty-free purchases), and have your receipts totaled and readily available upon your return to Canada.
The CBSA reminds all travellers that recently announced changes to personal exemption limits come into effect on June 1, 2012. For more information, consult our fact sheet on
Firewood, firearms and fireworksThe importation of certain goods is restricted or prohibited in Canada. To avoid the possibility of penalties, including seizure or prosecution, make sure you have the information you require before attempting to import these items into Canada. For more information, consult our fact sheets specific to , , and . Additional information on restricted or prohibited goods can be found in our online publication .
Additional questions or inspectionWe understand that travellers may feel anxious when crossing the border and want you to know that secondary referrals should not be viewed as an indication of wrongdoing. They are a normal part of the cross-border travel process, which any returning resident or visitor to Canada may experience. For information on what to expect and what we ask of you, consult .
Recreational boater reporting requirementsThe CBSA reminds all recreational boaters that reporting requirements were modernized in 2011, in an effort to make it easier for you to comply with current regulations when entering Canadian waters. Certain private boaters may present themselves to the CBSA by calling the Telephone Reporting Centre from their cellular telephones from the location at which they enter Canadian waters. For more information, consult on our Web site.
Client Service feedbackYour feedback is important to us; it has a direct influence on the development and review of our policies and programs. If you have questions, would like clarification, or have feedback about the service you received, please ask to speak with the supervisor on duty before leaving our service area.You can also submit your comment, complaint, or compliment by completing our online feedback form, which can be found on the Comments, Complaints, and Compliments page of our Web site at .For more information on the programs and services provided by the CBSA, follow us on Twitter (), join us on or visit our .
Contacts:
Headquarters:
Media line
613-957-6500
Northern Ontario Region:
Chris Kealey
613-991-5197
Prairie Region:
Lisa White
403-292-4011
Quebec Region:
Media Line
514-350-6130
Pacific Region:
Faith St. John
604-666-5492
Greater Toronto Area Region:
Media Line
905-803-2800
Southern Ontario Region:
Jean D'Amelio Swyer
905-933-5463 or 519-967-4330
Atlantic Region:
Media Line
902-426-0900
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Datum: 15.05.2012 - 18:04 Uhr
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