Elite professionals often travel between Canada and the U.S. If you are a Canadian entertainer or athlete (or work with one) and wish to travel to the United States, you will need to secure the proper visa. This can be a complicated process. For instance, people often confuse or conflate P and O visas. While they … Continue reading “What are the differences between P and O visas?”
British Columbia residents on cross-border trips to Seattle or other destinations could face many challenges if they suffer personal injuries south of the border. Life is unpredictable, and accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. And in some cases, the injured victims were not in a vehicle when they were struck. An example … Continue reading “Cross-border injuries or death complicates damage recovery”
Travellers between the United States and Canada who might have hoped for border crossing restrictions to be lifted recently learned that nonessential travelling would be even more difficult in the immediate future. Minister Bill Blair, Canada’s Public Safety Minister, announced new health-related restrictions for cross-border drivers and their passengers, and also arriving air travellers. New … Continue reading “Increased restrictions for cross-border travellers”
Canadians are no strangers to winter driving. We know to adjust our driving behaviours and ensure our vehicles can navigate slippery roads and wintry obstructions. However, no matter how comfortable a person might be driving in the cold, snow and ice, there is still a risk of getting into a car or truck crash. And … Continue reading “How winter weather complicates cross-border crashes”
Cannabis became legal for recreational use in British Columbia in Oct. 2019. However, that does not change the fact that it is a drug that compromises a user’s ability to drive safely. The best way to avoid personal injury to oneself and others is to have a designated driver or call a taxi or other … Continue reading “Cannabis might be legal but driving is dangerous after using it”
People from all over the world want to live, work or go to school in Canada. And if that includes you, you may have family members who wish to join you. Sponsoring a spouse, child or other relative to come to this country can be a wonderful gift, but it is also a responsibility you … Continue reading “Sponsoring a family member: What you should know”
Reportedly, over 60,000 car accidents occur in Metro Vancouver each year. While some of them cause minor or no injuries, others leave victims with life-changing or even debilitating injuries. If an accident occurs south of the border, pursuing damage recovery might be challenging. The body’s natural release of adrenaline, paired with the shock of a … Continue reading “Some car accident injuries cause long-term health problems”
The crisscrossing roadways between Vancouver and Seattle make it simple for individuals to dine, work or find entertainment across international borders. Unfortunately, a motor vehicle accident across the border can add numerous layers of complexity to an already challenging legal process. While it might be difficult to extrapolate the data to represent drivers in a … Continue reading “Do cross-border drivers face a greater risk for vehicle collisions?”
Canadians have travelled by air to the United States without the restrictions imposed on land border posts. The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness said the United States failed to place restrictions on incoming international flights. They allowed anyone in – from families making nonessential cross-border visits to snowbirds making their annual trips to … Continue reading “Travel loophole between Canada and U.S. might be closed soon”
Canadians have been buying property in the U.S. for decades now. Many are looking for a warmer place to spend the winter months. Some want a stable vacation home to escape to. Others simply wish to emigrate there. The state of Washington is a popular destination for Vancouver residents, and it’s not hard to see … Continue reading “What Canadians should know before buying property across the border”