5 h. ago Some schools in Canada are suspending U.S. field trips to prevent ‘negative experiences at the border’

Global Affairs Canada updated its advisory last week warning Canadians that they may face 'scrutiny' from border guards

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31 h. ago Experts say Canadians should only bring burner phones if visiting the U.S.

If you have plans to travel to the U.S. from Canada, experts are advising you to leave your electronics at home if you can.Tensions are high between the two countries as the trade war continues, and Canadians travelling down south seem to have been caught in the crossfires.While many have chosen not to travel to the U.S. to show their support for Canada, others may still need to go there for work, school or scheduled events like weddings.But crossing the border may not be as stress-free as it was before the tariffs.Last week, Canada updated its U.S. travel advisory, warning Canadians about entry and exit requirements.It advised travellers to "expect scrutiny" of electronic devices at ports of entry."Comply and be forthcoming in all interactions with border authorities. If you are denied entry, you could be detained while awaiting deportation," reads the advisory.U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says its agents do have the authority to search a traveller's computer, phone, ca...

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5 d. ago Canada Warns Residents Their Phones May Be Searched at US Border

The Canadian government issued a new warning for travelers entering the US, saying they should “expect scrutiny” at the border and that their phones and other electronic devices may be searched.

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5 d. ago Canada updates travel guidance for U.S., warning of heightened scrutiny at the border

Canada has updated its advice to those travelling to the United States, warning they may face “scrutiny” from border guards and the possibility of detention if denied entry. An updated advisory issued Friday by Global Affairs Canada urges Canadians crossing the U.S. border to be forthcoming with officials in that country and to expect scrutiny […]

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5 d. ago Canada updates U.S. travel advice, reminding Canadians that electronic devices can be searched

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

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5 d. ago Canadians warned their electronic devices can be searched as new travel advisory issued

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

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2 w. ago What you need to know if you're travelling from Canada to the U.S.

Canadians who plan to travel to the U.S. soon may be concerned about crossing the border amid heightened political tensions.While the trade war has dampened many Canucks' interest in travelling down south, there are still cases where people have to go there for work, school, or pre-booked events like weddings or a Disneyland trip.The government of Canada updated its U.S. travel advisory on March 21, stating that foreign nationals (including Canadians) staying in the U.S. for periods longer than 30 days must be registered with the American government. President Donald Trump's government announced this new rule would take effect on April 11.On top of tightening border rules, the harrowing viral story of a B.C. entrepreneur who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the U.S. may be giving some Canadians travel anxiety.We spoke with Calgary-based immigration lawyer Evelyn Ackah about what people should know bef...

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2 w. ago Travelling to the U.S.? Canada updates advice for longer trips

Ottawa is warning travellers that the U.S. is changing its rules for longer visits. As of April, those staying more than 30 days will have to register with the U.S. government.

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2 w. ago Canada updates travel advisory for U.S., noting need to register on long stays

The Canadian government has updated its travel advisory for those heading south of the border, noting the U.S. requires that visitors register if staying more than 30 days. The updated advisory says the registration requirement applies to Canadians and other foreign nationals travelling to the U.S. Ottawa says those who don’t to comply with the […]

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2 w. ago Canada updates travel advisory for U.S., noting need to register for long stays

U.S. requires that visitors register if staying more than 30 days

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2 w. ago Canada updates U.S., China travel advisories after recent frictions

Canadians with dual citizenship have been warned to use Canadian credentials when presenting to Chinese authorities

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