Visitor Information
Hotel and Motel Room Tax
Except for campground and houseboat
tourist accommodation, all rates quoted on this site, for properties
offering four or more units are subject to an 8% provincial hotel and
motel room tax. Where approved, an additional 2% tourism tax is
levied by the local municipal government. This tax is not applicable
to rates charged for lodging rented to the same person for a continuous
period of more than 60 days.
GST
Goods and services tax of 7% is applicable
to most purchased goods and services (including lodging), but rebates
can be claimed by non-residents of Canada. This tax is not applicable
to rates charged for lodging rented to the same person for a continuous
period of more than 30 days.
General Traveller Information
United States Citizens
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Do not need passports or visas.
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Proof of citizenship is required
Birth Certificate, Voters Registration or Baptismal Certificate should
be carried.As well as a valid Drivers License.
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Persons under 18 (not accompanied
by adult)
Should produce a letter from parent or guardian providing permission
to enter Canada.
Citizens from Other Countries
Weapons
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Revolvers, Pistols, Fully Automatic
Firearms and Other Weapons and Self Defence Sprays (mace, pepper spray)
are prohibited entry into Canada.
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All firearms must be declared.
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Further Information: 1-800-731-4000
Pets
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Dogs and Cats from the USA, aged
more than three months, must be accompanied by a licenced veterinarian
of Canada or the US certifying that the animal has beeen vaccinated
against rabies during the preceeding 36 months. Further information: 1-
(604) 666-8750.
Driving in British Columbia
Important
Information on this page is believed to be accurate. However rules do change and
Online Accommodations will not be held responsible for errors or omissions.
The visitor to Canada should take necessary steps to confirm any information provided
before relying on it.
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