Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
On September 19, 2019, U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rick Scott (R-FL) introduced the Canadian Snowbirds Act, S. 2507 in the U.S. Senate. This bill would allow eligible Canadian retirees to spend up to eight months vacationing in the United States annually – two months longer than the current six-month limit.
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Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
On June 12, 2019, the Canadian Snowbird Visa Act, H.R. 3241 was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) and Congressman Ted Deutch (D-FL-22). This legislation seeks to increase the admission period for qualified Canadian retirees vacationing in the United States to eight months.
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Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
The Canadian Snowbird Association releases the seventh edition of the popular Canadian Travellers’ Report Card.
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Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
The CSA works with the Saskatchewan Government to overturn the application of provincial sales tax (PST) on travel medical insurance premiums in the province.
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Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
The Manitoba Department of Health, Seniors and Active Living clarifies their position on the term certificate, indicating to the CSA in writing that it is only a recommendation and not a requirement for Manitoba travellers departing the province for more than three months.
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Posted date : Oct 11, 2019
The State of Georgia rescinds a law requiring all non-English driver’s licence holders to possess an International Driving Permit (IDP) while operating a vehicle in the state.
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Posted date : Oct 4, 2019
On Monday, October 21, 2019 the citizens of Canada will choose their next federal government. As a member of the Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA), now is the time to ensure your voice is heard!
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Posted date : Oct 3, 2019
The Canadian Travellers’ Report Card Update The Canadian Travellers’ Report Card, the CSA’s evaluation of government policy and practice for Canadians who travel, is published every 2 to 3 years. In between editions, the federal and provincial/territorial governments make amendments to their travel-related policies and legislation. In order to better reflect these on-going changes, updates […]
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Posted date : Sep 30, 2019
We own a second home in Mesa, Arizona. I am aware that any capital gain on a real estate sale in the U.S. is reportable and taxable. There is also a 15% withholding tax on the sale price…
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Posted date : Sep 30, 2019
Is it true that it is now obligatory to have an IDL when travelling to the U.S.?
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