Washington says preclearance in Canada remains a key part of border strategy
Latest news on WhatsApp أجدد الأخبار على واتسابCanada and the United States say two preclearance projects that would allow more travelers to be screened before crossing the border are expected to move ahead this year after months of planning.
The update follows earlier remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra that raised questions about the future of preclearance. In a statement to The Canadian Press, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa said U.S. Customs and Border Protection regularly assesses staffing and resources and that preclearance operations in Canada remain an important component of the agency extended border strategy aimed at strengthening security and streamlining travel.
One of the projects involves the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, where the preclearance facility is described as complete, with final steps underway ahead of passenger processing. Officials expect operations to begin by spring.
The second project involves a Canadian preclearance operation on the U.S. side at Cannon Corners, New York. The CBSA says implementation has been delayed while key elements are finalized, and no launch date has been set. Both countries say the initiative is still moving forward this year.
Public Safety Canada says talks on potential expansion continue, but there are no immediate plans to establish additional preclearance operations in Canada.
Canada also notes that preclearance can speed up legitimate travel and trade and enhance border security by identifying threats earlier in the process.
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