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....
Month: June 2018
U.S. immigration rules cause confusion for Canadian vendor
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...
Cross-border car accidents can have serious economic consequences
If you suffered severe injuries in a car accident that was not your fault, you might be struggling to cope with the financial consequences. It could be extremely complicated to recover your losses if this happened while you were across the border on a shopping trip,...
Renouncing U.S. Citizenship
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...
The Roles and Responsibilities of Canada Border Services Agency Officers
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...