Spending Canada Day long weekend across the border? Here are some tips to ease your crossing

If you’re planning to cross the border into the United States this Canada Day long weekend, be prepared for a long wait in both directions. The Canada Border Services Agency is anticipating high volumes at its ports of entry. Here are some tips from the CBSA to facilitate your border crossing:
New Surtax:
Starting this Canada Day, a new surtax will be applied to certain goods from the U.S. (including steel, aluminium and some household products) if you exceed your personal exemption.