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Vacation Rental Agreement Tips for Canadian Snowbirds

LAST UPDATED: May 9, 2023 When it comes to accommodations, the majority of Canadian snowbirds choose to rent for the winter - as...

U.S. to end COVID-19 vaccination requirement for international visitors arriving by air and land

Unvaccinated Canadian snowbirds will be happy to hear that the U.S. has officially announced it will end the COVID-19 vaccine...

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Tax Season Checklist for Canadian Snowbirds

LAST UPDATED: April 11, 2023 As tax season approaches in both Canada and the U.S., many Canadian snowbirds have unique tax...

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More details about NEXUS enrollment centres reopening at Canadian airports

After a lengthy period of uncertainty about Nexus enrollment centres reopening, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and U.S...

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What can snowbirds bring back to Canada?

We will be heading home to Canada from the U.S. soon. How do I find out what I can bring back to Canada?

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Should I still use ArriveCAN when returning to Canada?

I understand that using ArriveCAN is no longer mandatory when returning to Canada. So, is there any point or advantage to continue...

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Tips for finding snowbird vacation rentals in a tight rental market

LAST UPDATED: March 7, 2023 The pandemic has changed the vacation rental landscape for snowbirds, and many snowbirds have already...

Vacation rental tips for Canadian snowbirds in a tight market

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New Netflix password policies will impact Canadian snowbirds

A recent decision by the streaming giant Netflix to crack down on password sharing and multi-household use in Canada could...

New Netflix Password Sharing Rules Will Impact Snowbirds

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A snowbird’s guide to entertaining visiting kids and grandkids over the winter

LAST UPDATED: February 7, 2023 For many snowbirds, one of the great pleasures of the winter season is having your kids and...

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New NEXUS interview process coming this Spring for Canadians travelling to the U.S. by air

LAST UPDATED: February 9, 2023 Another NEXUS interview option is coming this spring for Canadians when flying to the U.S., and...

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Great tools to help Canadian snowbirds speed up air travel

LAST UPDATED: January 11, 2023 Air travel has been fraught with issues since most COVID restrictions were eased and the demand for...

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Guide for Canadian snowbirds spending the winter in Mexico

LAST UPDATED: January 11, 2023 Mexico has long been the second most popular destination for Canadian snowbirds, after the U.S...

Snowbirds waiting for NEXUS interviews can now access two border locations in Ontario pilot project

Ontario snowbirds who have been frustrated for several years in their attempts to be interviewed for their Nexus cards can now...

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Everything Canadian snowbirds need to know about hurricane insurance

LAST UPDATED: December 7, 2022 Recent years have seen an increase in the frequency and severity of hurricanes in popular snowbird...

COVID-19 Travel Rules Guide for Canadian Snowbirds

LAST UPDATED: October 1, 2022 NOTE: Recent and Upcoming Rule Changes are Highlighted in Yellow Looking for up-to-date COVID-19...

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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...

What is the 30 day rule for Canadian snowbirds?

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