All firearms must be declared at first point of entry and a description of all guns and serial numbers must be submitted to Canada Customs. 200 rounds of ammunition can be admitted duty free. Owners from other countries who wish to bring their pets should contact the nearest Canadian consulate or embassy. Boaters Pleasure craft may enter Canada by trailer or under their own power and stay for a period of up to 12 months. All boats powered by motors 10 HP or over must be licensed and the license number clearly indicated on the bow of the vessel.
Boat licenses from outside Ontario are acceptable.
Criminal records Individuals with criminal records wishing to enter Canada can apply for a waiver. This should be done 3 - 4 weeks in advance of the intended visit. It should be noted that Driving Under the Influence convictions are considered a criminal offense in Canada. Individuals with criminal records without waivers can be refused entry. Contact the nearest port of entry Canada Immigration office for more information.