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Subject:Re: Questions about crossing the border into Canada with rebiult engines to show and maybe sell
From:Steve Lashley
Date:Sat, 8 Dec 2001 13:39:35 EST

In a message dated 12/8/01 11:22:15 AM, mjruskin@HOME.COM writes:

<< 7.    If you have unanswered questions, it is helpful to call Canada
Customs

in advance, and explain what you want to do. They will tell you what you

need to do to be in accordance with the law - it's part of their job to do

that. >>

Excellent idea to call ahead first.  Also call US Customs, as you will need
to bring the items back across.

The last time I took a truck into Canada full of display materials (about 15
years back), we had to hire a broker to handle the paperwork and to post a
bond.  Canada wants to make sure that the goods come back to the US with you.
 You may be able to do this yourself at the border, but call first.

I would imagine that this is a common practice.  I've driven across the
border many times with sales presentation materials in my trunk, including
samples.  If I had a truck or anything that would be considered a commercial
vehicle, I would plan in advance.

Steve Lashley
SKL Enterprises Inc.
http://EuroCampers.com
636-797-9015
636-789-2127 fax