CBSA Advises Travelers on Thanksgiving Border Delays

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a reminder to travelers about potential delays at border crossings during the Thanksgiving long weekend. The agency anticipates increased traffic and advises travelers to plan accordingly.

Key points from the CBSA include:

• Border Wait Times: Travelers are encouraged to check border wait times online and consider crossing during early morning hours to avoid delays. The CBSA notes that the Monday of holiday weekends is typically the busiest.
• Travel Documents: Having travel documents ready can expedite processing at the border.
• Declarations: All items, including those in vehicles, must be declared upon entry into Canada. There are specific restrictions on poultry products, including turkey, from the United States.
• Traveling with Children: A consent letter is recommended for adults traveling with children who are not their own or with whom they share custody.
• Pets: Specific requirements must be met for pets entering Canada. Updated documentation is required for dogs entering the U.S. from Canada as of August 1, 2024.
• Prohibited Goods: Travelers are reminded not to bring firearms, certain weapons, narcotics, or cannabis across the border without proper authorization.

For more information, travelers can visit the CBSA website or contact their offices directly.