What you need to know about crossing the Canada-US border this summer

Canada and U.S. flags near the Ambassador Bridge border crossing in Windsor, Ont., on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. (Melanie Borrelli / CTV Windsor)

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding all travellers crossing the border of what to expect at the border during the busy summer months.

Officials say this summer, travellers are returning to a border that is managed differently, with evolving COVID-19 requirements, which can mean delays during peak periods.

“The CBSA is working with government and industry partners to mitigate long border wait times, but there are also things that travellers can do to make the process easier for themselves and other travellers,” states a CBSA news release.

CBSA officers say travellers can help reduce wait times at the border by coming prepared and by completing their mandatory ArriveCAN submission within 72 hours before arriving at the border.

Key tips for all travellers:

For more information, visit the CBSA website or call 1-800-461-9999.