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Posted date : Nov 7, 2017

Dear Bird Talk, When renewing my automobile insurance, the agent recommended that anyone travelling south should carry five million dollars of liability coverage. Is this a reasonable amount to carry, or is the insurance company doing a sell job? Keith Johnson Response: The answer to both of your questions is “yes.” There is an old […]

Posted date : Nov 6, 2017

Dear Bird Talk, Suggest that you would assist snowbirds in Florida if you could integrate this licence plate program with help in getting service stations to stop refusing to accept Canadians with credit cards with only five characters in their zip codes. Also to get provincial governments to honour federal obligations regarding travel insurance. V. […]

Posted date : Nov 4, 2017

Dear Bird Talk, Reading your article on Jim Flaherty makes me ask you, “Can we claim our premium for travel insurance policy on our income tax? I have paid premiums for three years now and didn’t realize that we could claim them. Also, can I claim out-of-pocket medical expenses for dentist bills which we incurred […]

Posted date : Nov 27, 2025

CSA Member Advisory – Are you or your group spending the winter season down south? The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) is here to keep you informed, protected, and connected while you enjoy your time south of the border.

Posted date : Oct 27, 2025

New U.S. Biometric Entry/Exit Requirements announced by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that may affect Canadians travelling to and from the United States. On October 27, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published a final rule authorizing the government to photograph and collect biometric information from all non-U.S. citizens upon entry to and departure from the United States.

Posted date : May 21, 2025

My husband and I are anticipating finally becoming snowbirds this fall. We want to go to Florida, shop around and buy in a 55+ community. I’ve heard that these communities want background checks….

Posted date : May 21, 2025

CSANews Issue 134 Spring 2025 Edition – In this issue : WONDERS OF COSTA RICA , ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE, NEW WORLD DISORDER

Posted date : Sep 17, 2024

If your home in Florida is the only residence you own, can it be claimed as your permanent residence?

Posted date : Sep 17, 2024

CSANews Issue 132 Fall 2024 Edition – SURPRISING SARAWAK | UTAH’S MIGHTY 5 PARKS | INVESTING FOR THE FUTURE | HEALTH
ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

Posted date : May 21, 2024

How long can we leave our Canadian 5th wheel down in the U.S.? If it is left for a few years, are there any issues to bring it back home to Canada across the U.S. border?