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Questions about Canada
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6th Gear
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Questions about Canada
Hi All,
This summer I will be taking a trip to New England with the plan to cross over into Canada. Any suggestions on what to
be ready for when crossing the border?
thanks!
This summer I will be taking a trip to New England with the plan to cross over into Canada. Any suggestions on what to
be ready for when crossing the border?
thanks!
Tourer
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From: Cortlandt Manor, NY
RE: Questions about Canada
When I have traveled to Canada I have always had my passport too. Last time I went through I was asked for it. I do not know it if it was necessary, but things went smooth. I am heading up to Canada in Jly to the rallies in Sydney and Owen Sound, so I am going to listen to any advice also.
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From: Bloomfield, NM
RE: Questions about Canada
Like Terry said, "NO WEAPONS". When we went I had a folding sheath knife on my belt and nothing was said. I fighred that if the confinscated a 25.00 knife it would be no problem.
The only problem I had was with a border guard that thought he was God. He told be to stop at the line on the pavement, and my front tire went just barely past the line. He made me back up until I was right on the line before he would even ask his questions. I just did what he said but was thinking, "What a D!ck."
Regards,
Bill
The only problem I had was with a border guard that thought he was God. He told be to stop at the line on the pavement, and my front tire went just barely past the line. He made me back up until I was right on the line before he would even ask his questions. I just did what he said but was thinking, "What a D!ck."
Regards,
Bill
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RE: Questions about Canada
I went around nova scotia/prince edward island/new brunswick last year and they mentioned starting in Jan of this year you will need a passport. I would check long before you head up. I dont know how long it takes to get a passport.
Road Warrior
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From: London, Canada
RE: Questions about Canada
I have carried a folding knife visible on my belt back and forth across the border many times without incident. In fact I carry it every day, everywhere I go. Where I had to stash it in my bike was on a ferry trip across Lake Michigan. Carrying a passport is a great idea, or certainly photo ID if you don't have a passport. My understanding is that soon you may need your passport to get back INTO the US, so might as well take it. Usually Customs will use the term firearms rather than weapons which should clear up the distinction. Hope this helps you guys and enjoy your time in Canada.
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RE: Questions about Canada
As far as I know, there will be no passports nesc. until the States imposes Canucks to carry passports. I always carry a knife, and have never had a problem.
Where are you planning on going?
Where are you planning on going?
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RE: Questions about Canada
Hey Scout,
I'm still trying to figure that out. I will be heading out of Iowa and taking a week to get to the New England states. I want to spend at least
five days travelling the NE states. So I am trying to decide where to cross over into Canada, and then the next decision is where to cross back to the States.
I'm open to suggestions for some scenic roads.
thanks
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I'm still trying to figure that out. I will be heading out of Iowa and taking a week to get to the New England states. I want to spend at least
five days travelling the NE states. So I am trying to decide where to cross over into Canada, and then the next decision is where to cross back to the States.
I'm open to suggestions for some scenic roads.
thanks
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From: Alaska
RE: Questions about Canada
You need either a passport or a certified copy of your birth certificate.
And that is not so much as to get into Canada as it is to get back in the US.
Also, Canada will not let in "known" felons.
Before you think "no worries" you have to stop and find out what Canada considers to be a felony.
Any DUI conviction is a felony in Canada. Requires special paperwork and a fee to gain entrance.
If all else fails, run the border. There was an article in the local paper yesterday that Canadian border guards are unarmed and known to vacate their posts when "danger" threatens.
And that is not so much as to get into Canada as it is to get back in the US.
Also, Canada will not let in "known" felons.
Before you think "no worries" you have to stop and find out what Canada considers to be a felony.
Any DUI conviction is a felony in Canada. Requires special paperwork and a fee to gain entrance.
If all else fails, run the border. There was an article in the local paper yesterday that Canadian border guards are unarmed and known to vacate their posts when "danger" threatens.