(Niagara At Large is posting the following tips for crossing the Canada-U.S. border in our greater Niagara region – circulated by the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority – for travelers’ information. Click on Niagara At Large at www.niagaraatlarge.com for more news and commentary on matters of interest and concern to our greater binational Niagara region.)
Today the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority (Peace Bridge Authority) officially welcomes the summer season by reminding travelers of a few important international border crossing tips.
Lining up at customs on the Canadian side of the Peace Bridge.
“Educating travelers on how to properly cross the border is an important factor in reducing traffic and congestion at busy international corridors like the Peace Bridge,” said PBA Chairman Ken Schoetz.
“With the Lake Erie cottage and beach season at hand, and numerous bi-national vacation attractions resuming operations, we encourage all local residents to heed these tips when making their trips back-and-forth his summer.”
The following tips have a noted track-record of making border crossing a more efficient and therefore enjoyable experience for regular and infrequent travelers alike:
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