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Warner
Robins, GA I think one of the most intimidating
issues (real or perceived) facing any competitor, fan or crew
member who wants to attend or race in Canada is crossing the
border. I remember the first time we crossed over with
our car and trailer to race at Grand Bend in 2002 with the
National Street Car Association. We just didn't know
what to expect. You always seem to hear the 'horror
stories' of how racer X had to leave someone in a hotel at the
border or how another team had their t-shirts confiscated or
some other equally unnerving revelation. While some
folks have had problems, it represents a very small percentage
of individuals who cross into Canada to attend racing events.
Our team has never had a problem getting into Canada or coming
back into the US. 2008 will be our 6th season crossing
the border for racing events in Ontario, we do not anticipate
anything changing.
Here are a few
common sense thoughts, don't bring guns into Canada, limit the
alcohol and tobacco to a reasonable amount if you indulge and
be courteous to the border officials. Many are young
people. Treat them with respect and they will treat you
the same way.
Identification
papers are essential. Here's a quote from the Canadian
Border Services website, "When you enter Canada, a border
services officer may ask to see your passport and a valid
visa, when necessary. If you are a citizen of the United
States, you do not need a passport to enter Canada; however,
you should carry proof of your citizenship such as a birth
certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization or a
Certificate of Indian Status, as well as a photo ID. If you
are a permanent resident of the United States, you must bring
your permanent resident card (i.e. green card) with you. For
more information on admissibility into Canada, read the fact
sheet called Managing Access to Canada. It is available on our
Web site at
CBSA link
".
You can find
additional up to date info at these websites:
Canadian Border Crossing
Information:
Us Border Crossing
Information
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