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While the current snowbird season is just wrapping up, many snowbirds already have their eye on next year, when it is highly...

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Do I need to pre-register for a COVID test before arriving in Canada?

I am returning to Canada soon and understand that I have to take COVID tests both at the land border and during my 14 day...

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Can you renew your NEXUS card during COVID?

My NEXUS card expires soon, but I understand that NEXUS centres are currently closed due to COVID and it is unclear when they will...

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What Canadian Snowbirds Need to Consider When Planning for Next Season

COVID-19 made for an unprecedented snowbird season in 2020/2021, as approximately 2/3 of snowbirds chose to stay home in Canada...

Tips for Canadian Snowbirds to Plan for Next Year - COVID Edition

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What is ArriveCAN and is it required for snowbirds returning to Canada?

I have heard there is an app called ArriveCAN that I need to use to provide information before travelling back to Canada. Can you...

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Do I need to stay in a quarantine hotel if I've recovered from COVID?

I had COVID and recovered while I was away this winter and will be flying back to Canada soon. I have heard that people who have...

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How Canadian Snowbirds Can Apply to Extend Their Stay in the U.S.

A number of Canadian snowbirds currently in the U.S. are considering extending their stay south of the border in the hopes that...

How Canadians Can Apply to Extend Their Stay in the U.S. Beyond 6 Months

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Options for Snowbirds to Get Back to Canada During COVID Travel Restrictions

As the winter season draws towards a close, snowbirds are faced with new rules and restrictions they must follow when returning to...

Options for Canadians to Travel Back to Canada During COVID

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Considerations for Canadian Snowbirds Thinking About Staying Away Longer to Avoid COVID Travel Restrictions

Many Canadian snowbirds who decided to go away this winter are considering extending their stay outside Canada in an attempt to...

Tax & Legal Issues for Canadians Who Stay Outside Canada Too Long Due to COVID

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Canada’s quarantine hotel list and booking procedures now available

The Canadian government has published a list of quarantine hotels in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal, along with...

Quarantine Hotels Booking Information for Canadian Snowbirds

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Does a ban on international travel violate Canadians’ rights under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

The following article should not be construed as legal advice and readers should seek independent legal opinions when assessing...

Do Canadian Travel Restrictions Violate the Charter?

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A Canadian snowbird’s guide to COVID travel restrictions, rules and testing requirements

Last Updated: March 8, 2021 As Canada, the U.S. and other countries introduce new COVID-related travel restrictions and testing...

Snowbird's Guide to COVID Travel Restrictions and Testing Requirements

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Am I exempt from COVID travel restrictions and testing requirements if I've been vaccinated?

My wife and I own a home in Florida and have been here since November. We have both been vaccinated and were wondering if this...

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Canada Announces Sweeping New Travel Restrictions in Attempt to Contain COVID-19

Last Updated: February 2, 2021 On January 29, 2021, Prime Minister Trudeau announced sweeping new measures for travellers that...

Canada Introduces New Travel Restrictions that Affect Snowbirds

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Canada to Introduce New Travel Restrictions

Last Updated: January 24, 2021 Canadian snowbirds should be prepared for new travel restrictions that could be implemented...

New Travel Restrictions to be Introduced by Canada

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COVID-19 News Updates for Canadian Snowbirds

News and information about the COVID-19 outbreak is evolving by the minute. To help you stay up to date on the latest COVID-19...

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U.S. Residency Rules Every Canadian Snowbird Must Know

Every year, over 1 million Canadian seniors and retirees pack up and move to the southern United States for the winter to enjoy...

U.S. Residency Rules for Canadian Snowbirds

Travel Medical Insurance Secrets - What Canadian Snowbirds REALLY Need to Know

Snowbird travel medical insurance policies are full of legalese that can be difficult, if not impossible to understand, and as...

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Dispelling the Myth of the “30 Day Rule” for Canadian Snowbirds

Canadian snowbirds who spend their winters in the United States are subject to both U.S. tax and immigration laws, which...

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