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.
Harmonized Sales Tax of 12% 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
- Effective June 01, 2009, US Citizens will require a passport or approved
State Indentification to return to the USA.
- To enter Canada, 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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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
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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 WW Online Accommodations will not be held responsible
for errors or ommissions. The visitor to Canada should take necessary
steps to confirm any information provided before relying on it.
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