Traveling in Northwest
Ontario's Sunset Country:
Questions and Answers

Here are answers to some questions you might have.

Accommodations

Northwest Ontario's Sunset Country has 285 lodges and resorts that vary from rustic to luxurious. There are also many full-service hotels and motels and more than 80 campgrounds for tents and recreation vehicles.

The Weather

In summertime the days are generally hot with slightly cooler temperatures in the evening, but you should be ready for all types of weather.

Light clothing is essential and a sweater, a waterproof jacket, and a comfortable pair of shoes are always a good idea. Don't forget your bathing suit!

Check out these sites for the current weather in the region of Sunset Country:

• Radar: Manitoba, Woodlands XWL and Ontario, Dryden XDR on Environment Canada's Green Lane.
   
  
• Forecasts: Armstrong | Atikokan | Dryden | Ear Falls | Fort Frances | Ignace | Kakabeka Falls | Kenora | Ogoki | Red Lake | Sioux Lookout | Sioux Narrows | Thunder Bay | Upsala | Winnipeg.
   
  
• Western Canada NOAA Satellite: GEOS-West IR + Visible | GEOS-West Visible will give you a good idea of the weather coming our way.
• Eastern Canada NOAA Satellite: GEOS-East IR + Visible | GEOS-East Visible are better centered on western Ontario.

Reports for many of these areas are also available from the Weather Network. You can check out their various weather maps as well.

Currency

A fair exchange is given for U.S. funds at our banks and border travel centres but Canadian currency or travelers cheques are recommended. There are 24 hour banking machines, and major credit cards are accepted.

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Can I Bring My Pet?

When bringing pets over three months of age into Canada, you must have a valid rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian within the previous 36 months. Most lodges and resorts welcome pets, but you should call ahead.

Crossing the Border

U.S. visitors require proof of citizenship: birth certificate, driver's license, or passport. Youths under 18 traveling alone will also need a letter of permission from a parent or legal guardian.

Medical Insurance

If your medical plan does not extend coverage to Canada, you will need extra health coverage. Should you become ill or injured, fully-equipped hospitals are easily accessible in most areas.

Safety

Sunset Country is policed by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Ontario Provincial Police, and local police forces. Ontario is one of the safest places to visit and live.

Firearms

Canada has some of the strictest gun control laws in the world. We welcome hunters and sportsmen in season, but no handguns or fully-automatic weapons under 26" in length are allowed into Canada. During the hunting season, if you are 18 years of age or older, you may bring a hunting rifle or shotgun into the province for hunting purposes and up to 200 rounds of ammunition.

For more information see the Canadian Firearms Centre website (english and french). U.S. visitors may want to go straight to the subsection for visitors to Canada.

Fishing and Hunting

Fishing and hunting licenses are required and can be purchased from most sporting-goods store, resorts, fly-in camp, and from the Ministry of Natural Resources. For more information on seasons, regulations, and license fees call: 1-807-468-2501.

Driving in Ontario

Your driver's license is valid in Ontario. Seat-belts are mandatory and speed limits are posted in kilometres.

• Multi-lane highways:90 - 100 km/h = 55 - 62 mph.
• Two-lane highways: 80 - 90 km/h = 50 - 55 mph.
• Urban areas: 40 - 60 km/h = 25-37 mph.

Refund on Taxes

Non-residents purchasing more than $100.00 (Cdn.) in goods are entitled to a GST refund. If you stay for up to one month, you are entitled to a tax refund on accommodations. To apply for the 7% refund, contact any tourist information centre. All receipts are required.

How Much Can I Buy?

You can take home U.S. $400.00 worth of merchandise duty free every 30 days if you stay for 48 hours; otherwise, the limit is $250.00.

Regulations and Other Information

The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources has their Sport Fishing Regulations Summary available for downloading. For more details about fishing and hunting regulations, as well as, crownland camping permits and restriction information contact the Ministry of Natural Resources:
Box 5080, Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X9
Phone: 807-468-2501

For Provincial Park information also contact the Ministry of Natural Resources but at:
810 Robertson St., Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X9
Phone: 807-468-2669

For Canada Customs regulations you can contact by phone the Fort Frances Border (crossing) at 1-807-274-3655.

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Sunset Country ... a place like no other.