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Canada
Introduction to the Government of Canada Official Web
Access information on Canada, its government, and federal programs and services organized into categories.
Source : Government of Canada, Canada Site
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Bon Voyage, But... Information for the Canadian Traveller
This reference booklet which includes travel information, important telephone numbers and addresses of Canadian missions around the world, will help you plan ahead for your trip. It also provides information on passports, insurance, entry requirements, health, safety and security issues, and on avoiding difficulties with Canadian customs when you return.
Source : Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Border Wait Times
This Web page lists the estimated wait times for crossing the Canada-United States land border at certain locations.
Source : Canada Border Services Agency
Canadian Residents Going Down South
If you spend time in the United States for health reasons or on vacation and still maintain residential ties in Canada, this pamphlet will explain certain income tax requirements and American tax laws that mat apply to you.
Source : Canada Revenue Agency
Fly smart, fly secure: tips for air travellers
Whether you're travelling inside Canada or beyond its borders; whether you're flying on business or on vacation, preparation is your ticket to a smoother trip. This brochure contains a number of important facts ? and some helpful tips ? about what to expect when going through airport security, how to help avoid unnecessary delays, and how to contribute to the safety of all travellers.
Source : Transport Canada
General Advice for Travellers
If you are travelling internationally you should be aware that conditions in other countries, both natural and man-made, may be significantly different from those in Canada and may seriously affect health and personal security during travel. The following provides general health-related advice for the international traveller.
Source : Health Canada. Population and Public Health Branch.
British Columbia
Driver Information
Links to information related to the operation of motor vehicles in British Columbia. Whether you are looking for the latest road conditions, details about the rules of the road or researching road safety, there is sure to be something of interest at the sites below.
Source : Government of British Columbia. Ministry of Transportation.
Health Advice for Travellers
General information for those who plan to travel.
Source : Government of British Columbia. Ministry of Health Services.
Tourism British Columbia
HelloBC.com is Tourism British Columbia's official website. You'll discover the most comprehensive information available on travel in British Columbia.
Source : Tourism British Columbia
Canada
About CANPASS
Are you a frequent traveller? Are you tired of waiting in long line-ups to clear customs? Whether you travel by car, plane or boat, the CANPASS program can provide you with the means of breezing through customs without the hassle.
Source : Canada Border Services Agency
About Ontario
Welcome to the Government of Ontario's About Ontario, designed to give visitors and residents basic facts about the province.
Source : Government of Ontario.
Access Guide Canada
The mission of Access Guide Canada (AGC) is to bring you the most accurate listings on accessible resources possible - a pool of information from which we may all benefit.
Source : Canadian Abilities Foundation
Contact Information :
- Telephone:: (416) 923-1885
- Fax:: (416) 923-9829
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E-Mail :
agc@abilities.ca
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Business Address :
340 College Street, Suite 401
Toronto, ON M5T 3A9
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Access to Travel
Access To Travel (ATT) provides information on accessible transportation and travel across Canada with the aim of making accessible travel easy and enjoyable! This web site includes information on transportation by bus, rail, air and ferry, local public and private transportation, government programs and policies, and much more.
Source : Transport Canada
Access to Travel
This site provides information on accessible transportation and travel across Canada. Its goal is to provide the information required to make travel easier and more enjoyable.
Source : Government of Canada. Transport Canada.
Accessible Vacation Home Exchange for people with disabilities
Free online Accessible Vacation Home Exchange for Persons with Extensive Disabilities matches disabled persons who want to exchange homes during vacations.
Source : Independent Living Institute
Air Travel Complaints?
Do you have an unresolved complaint with your air carrier? Would you like to know more about the following issues: Quality of Service, Terms and Conditions of Carriage, Air Fares and Cargo Rates, Accessible Transportation. The Canadian Transportation Agency and its Air Travel Complaints Commissioner are available to deal with unresolved complaints about your air travel experiences.
Source : Canadian Transportation Agency
Airport Safety
Would you like to know what security measures are in place at Canadian airports? Are you interested in finding out more about the emergency response times at airports? Marketplace Files provides information on airport safety.
Source : Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Be Aware and Declare!
This Website provides the most up-to-date information about what can and cannot be brought into Canada. Travellers are encouraged to inform themselves about the rules and restrictions that apply.
Source : Canadian Food Inspection Agency
The Border Information Service (BIS)
Are you travelling abroad or involved in importing or exporting? Are you wondering about Canada's trade agreements? The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) offers you the Border Information Service (BIS) to access general customs information 24 hours a day. Either by telephone or over the Internet, this service will help you find the basic customs information you need.
Source : Canada Border Services Agency
Canada's Capital and its region
Canada's Capital website enables Canadians and international visitors to interact with the Capital and its region from their own home, and provides information on planning a trip to Canada's Capital.
Source : National Capital Commission
Canadian Embassies and Consulates
The Web sites of our embassies, consulates and high commissions abroad are listed below. Please note, this list only represents those offices with their own Web site. For a complete listing of embassies and consulates outside of Canada, please go to the Canadian Representatives Abroad directory.
Source : Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Canadian Government Offices Abroad
This is a list of Government of Canada offices (embassies, high-commisions, consulates, and other offices), in each country, which you can contact to obtain consular services.
Source : Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
Canadian Heritage Rivers System
The Canadian Heritage Rivers System (CHRS) was established in 1984 by the federal, provincial and territorial governments to conserve and protect the best examples of Canada?s river heritage, to give them national recognition, and to encourage the public to enjoy and appreciate them. It is a cooperative program of the governments of Canada, all 10 provinces, and the three territories.
Source : Canadian Heritage Rivers System (CHRS)
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