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Statement of the Honourable Stockwell Day on the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

2006-09-30
The Government of Canada notes that United States Congress has passed the Homeland Security Appropriations Act...[ More ]
WHTI

What is the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) ?

Beginning January 8, 2007, the United States' Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) will require all travellers to present a passport or other appropriate secure document(s) when entering or re-entering the United States by air or sea.
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How does it affect Canadians?

New requirements may affect the way you travel to the U.S. This section provides information on what travel documents you need now and what you will need once the WHTI is implemented.
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What is the government doing?

The Government of Canada is working collaboratively with the U.S. government to ensure that the WHTI is implemented in a way that meets the security needs of both countries while facilitating the flow of legitimate travellers and goods.
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Quick Facts

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  • Number of CBSA service points across Canada:
    Approximately 1,200
  • Number of uniformed CBSA officers:
    Over 5,000
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