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Declare the valuables that you carry (e.g. camera, video recorder, etc.) at a
Canada Customs office to prove that your items were obtained in Canada.
A customs’ officer will complete the Identification of Articles for Temporary
Exportation (small green wallet) card that records a brief description, make,
model and serial number of the item.
In addition to the luggage tag you place on the outside of your suitcase or carry-
on bag, place an addition tag inside the lid of your luggage in the event the
outside tag is accidentally ripped off. In addition to your home contact details,
also include contact details for your final destination.
Rent a safety deposit box at your destination for valuables that you may carry.
TRAVEL PREPARATIONS
Destination Preparations
Arrange to hook up your destination home telephone and electricity prior to
leaving. It is nice to have these things done when you arrive.
Check – if you have a cellular phone – to see if your cellular phone works out-of-
country.
Check – if you have a cellular phone – to see if your 9-1-1 number will work (by
checking with your cellular provider and not by dialing 9-1-1).
Check for any Canadian government travel advisories for the countries you are
planning to visit by logging onto your computer and visiting the Department of
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada website
www.voyage.gc.ca
.
Consider registering with the local Canadian embassy or consulate in the country
where you are visiting should an emergency – civil or natural disaster – occur
and the government is trying to locate and assist Canadians to be evacuated. You
may also register on-line in advance of departing from Canada by logging onto
your computer and visiting the Department of Foreign Affairs and International
Trade Canada website
www.voyage.gc.ca
.
Purchase pre-paid calling cards in case of emergency or inconvenience.
Travel By Surface
Itinerary Preparations
Check in regularly with someone to advise where you are and where you are
planning to travel for the next segment of your trip.
Create a detailed travel itinerary and leave a copy with a friend or relative.