Crossing into Canada

[Gradyfish]

I was looking to take my boat into Canadian water to try and troll for walleye. I have never taken my boat to Canada before what do I need to do and what should I have with me? Also any other advise on fishing in Canada is appreciated.

This is from the Michigan Sportsman forum and might help with your question.

You would need documentation as if you were crossing by land in a car thru the bridge or tunnel. (which is proof citizenship and photo ID)

I believe the passport, passport card or enhanced driver licence is required by the US to get back in.

The following is directly from the Canadian booklet:

Call 1-888-226-7277
The master required to follow these steps:

1. give full name, date of birth and citizenship for every person on board
2. give destination, purpose of trip and length of stay in canada for each non canadian person.
3. give visa and passport info if applicable
4. make sure all passengers have photo ID and proof of citizenship documents
5. declare all goods being imported including firearms and weapons
6. report all currency and monetary instruments over $10,000
7. give true and complete information
8. for returning residents of Canada, declare all repairs or modifications made to goods including the boat while outside Canada


As proof of presentation, the border services officer will give the master (boat owner/capt.) a report number for their records. The master must give this number to a border officer upon request.[/COLOR][/COLOR]


For more info or questions call 1-800-461-9999 or www.cbsa.gc.ca