Month: June 2018

The British Columbia representative in the Canadian Senate recently warned her constituents of potential problems that could arise when they cross the border to enter the United States. She says the imminent legalization of recreational marijuana and the relevant U.S. immigration laws could see Canadians facing heavy penalties. In fact, they might even be barred … Continue reading “How will cannabis users deal with U.S. immigration laws?”

Although there have been no formal changes to the requirements for visitors from British Columbia or other Canadian regions who want to travel across the border, everyone undergoes a higher level of scrutiny than before. The U.S. immigration control at the border recently caused an owner of a Canadian business significant losses. Her experience underscores … Continue reading “U.S. immigration rules cause confusion for Canadian vendor”

As an American citizen, you may find yourself in a situation where renunciation makes sense. Whether it’s for tax purposes, applying for citizenship of another country, or for any number of other reasons, the process and outcome of renouncing your citizenship has serious and permanent implications.   The Complicated Nature of Renouncing U.S. Citizenship Despite … Continue reading “Renouncing U.S. Citizenship”

For tourists and would-be immigrants alike, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers are what stands between wherever you were and where you want to be. The role of a CBSA agent is multi-faceted and worth understanding if you intend to cross the border.   The CBSA Officer’s Duties First and foremost, the duty of a … Continue reading “The Roles and Responsibilities of Canada Border Services Agency Officers”