Fleet Week Weekend Arrives In SF Oct 10, 2008
In addition to the Blue Angels, aerobatic pilots Sean Tucker, Tim Weber and and the Canadian Snowbirds, a demonstration team of members from the Canadian Forces, will also participate in the air show. The event also features celebrations at Aquatic Park, and Crissy Field. (NBC 11, CA)
A harrowing week at AMI in 2001 Aug 17, 2008
Speedo-clad Canadian snowbirds aren't the weirdest sights in SoFla. Presenting former talk show host/comedian Rosie O'Donnell, as she prepares for a snorkeling expedition in the canal near her Star Island home in Miami Beach. (The Palm Beach Post)
Thousands celebrate Canada Day in Ottawa Jul 2, 2008
Shortly after CF-18 jets and the Canadian Snowbirds roared above the gathering, the prime minister spoke to the crowd from a stage built on the Hill as a concert venue for the occasion. Font. (StarPhoenix)
Investors and snowbirds can now receive tax-efficient monthly cash flow in U.S. dollars Jun 4, 2008
"Fidelity's new T-SWP Class U.S. dollar service is a great option for the millions of Canadian snowbirds, business travelers and shoppers that travel to, or spend time in the U.S and that regularly need U.S. dollars. Canadians can now pay for their vacations, gifts and business travel in U.S. dollars with tax-efficient monthly cash flow," said Darren Farkas, vice president, Fidelity Investments Canada ULC. This new service will also be of interest to the thousands of Canadians who regularly shop... (Canada Newswire)
The 116-day cruise May 24, 2008
Wallace Immen reports, extreme cruising, from six weeks to six months, is on the rise especially among the Freedom 55 set (Globe and Mail)
Canadians flock to Hawaii real estate May 16, 2008
Canadian snowbirds are known to travel long distances in search of warmer climes, but in the past the expense of getting to Hawaii and the high cost of its real estate had deterred both tourism and property purchases. Now, Canada's strong oil economy and robust real estate appreciation has increased its citizens's discretionary income. (International Herald Tribune)
Banks to change name Feb 26, 2008
30-day news archives. Once conversion dates have been established, all accounts will be changed to RBC Bank. (Florida Today)
Canadian ‘snowbirds' enjoy Lompoc winters Feb 7, 2008
Canadian snowbirds' enjoy Lompoc winters ... Canadian snowbirds' enjoy Lompoc winters. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Exchange rate treating Canadians kindly Jan 26, 2008
Arizona long has been the No. 2 state for Canadian snowbirds behind Florida. In 2006, Canada visits were up 17 percent to 495,800, compared with 2005, according to the Arizona Office of Tourism. (AZCentral -- Business)
Life afloat - Missoula trio finds adventure during 1,400-mile expedition to survey changing face of the Colorado River Jan 21, 2008
We are received in a more modest fashion, staying in an RV park among Canadian snowbirds. A few do make an effort to see us off the next morning, waving excitedly. (Missoulian, MT)
Canadians may give cold shoulder Nov 12, 2007
It's more than ruffled feathers: Canadian snowbirds are rethinking Florida ... The number of Canadian snowbirds visiting Arizona last year surged by 17 percent, according to state tourism records. (The Palm Beach Post)
Wings Over Houston stirs the imagination Oct 13, 2007
recreation of the attack on Pearl Harbor replete with sound and flash cards in the form of pyrotechnics and this year's headlining act, the Canadian Snowbirds. Familes got to tour the grounds at Ellington and check out dozens of vintage and newer aircraft. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Titusville may slam door on vacation homes Aug 29, 2007
"Titusville is not a party town," said Greg Valdyke of Titusville, who says Canadian snowbirds and employees on short-term assignments have rented his property. "Neighbors have inquired if there's anyone there, that's how quiet it is.". (Florida Today)
Seatbelt came undone before Snowbirds pilot lost control of jet Aug 21, 2007
OTTAWA - A Canadian Snowbirds pilot lost control of his plane after his seat belt became unfastened while flying upside down during practice for a Great Falls, Mont. air show in May, an investigator's report released Monday said. (Helena Independent Record)
Crist signs first part of historic property tax-cut legislation Jun 22, 2007
Friday, June 22, 2007. (AP) -- The first half of what is billed as the biggest tax cut in Florida's history became law Thursday with Gov. Charlie Crist's signature, but some taxpayers are disappointed the average homeowner will save less than $200 a year. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Tax cut's 'a joke'? Jun 22, 2007
Tax cut's 1st half savings 'a joke. By BILL KACZOR The Associated Press June 22, 2007. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
Canadian Snowbirds leave Great Falls with flyover Jun 2, 2007
Saturday, June 02 2007. GREAT FALLS The Canadian Snowbird team saluted Great Falls with a flyover Friday before heading back to its home base in Saskatchewan. (Missoulian, MT)
Fleet Week plans hinge on findings Apr 24, 2007
" When the Blue Angels did not perform in 2004 -- the Canadian Snowbirds and their CT-144 Tutors took their place -- the city got even more calls complaining about their absence, Newsom said. The Blue Angels' Fleet Week performances are scheduled Oct. 6 and Oct. 7, with practices set Oct. 4 and 5. Leonard said Fleet Week costs $400,000 to $600,000 to produce -- funds that come primarily from advertisers -- and draws up to 1 million people to San Francisco's waterfront. Organizers receive a small... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Snowbirds seek voice in conversation over property taxes Mar 11, 2007
Of the states popular among Canadian snowbirds, including Arizona, Texas, Nevada and California, Florida is the only one where members of the Canadian Snowbird Association complain about a disparity between property taxes paid by full-time and part-time residents, said Gerry Brissenden, the group's president. The inequality is rooted in a 1992 constitutional amendment that sets a 3 percent cap on property tax increases for primary homes, he said. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
U.S. to drop passport requirement for kids at border crossings Feb 22, 2007
Last month he said such an exemption could be granted to Canadian snowbirds who entered the U.S. this winter, before the passport requirement for air travelers took effect Jan. 23. Associated Press writer Beverley Lumpkin contributed to this report. (Concord Monitor)
New passport rules to go into effect Jan 24, 2007
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Passport rules start Tuesday Jan 24, 2007
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New passport rules start Tuesday for air travelers; land and sea travelers wait until 2008 Jan 24, 2007
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You May Have Two Tickets To Paradise... Jan 24, 2007
CBS 6 - WTVR, Richmond Va - You May Have Two Tickets To Paradise. You May Have Two Tickets To Paradise. (WTVR.com, VA)
Passports Required For All International Air Travel Jan 24, 2007
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New passport rules temporarily waived (Sean Lengell) Jan 24, 2007
New passport rules temporarily waived - Business - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper. January 24, 2007 Business. (Washington Times)
New passport regulations take effect on Tuesday Jan 23, 2007
Americans flying to Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean made sure to bring their passports Monday because of a new rule going into effect Tuesday that requires them to show one to get back into the country. Only about a quarter of U.S. citizens hold valid passports, and most Americans are accustomed to traveling to neighboring countries with just a driver's license or birth certificate, which have long been sufficient to get through airport customs on the trip home. (10NBC.com, NY)
Air travel routine as new passport rules take off Jan 23, 2007
What about midwinter Canadian snowbirds who find themselves in the United States without a passport. No worries, an exemption will apply for "some significant period of time," Mr. Chertoff said last week. (Globe and Mail -- National)
New Passport Rules Begin At U.S. Airports Jan 23, 2007
U.S., Canadian and Mexican Air Travelers Need Passport As Tighter Border Regulations Go Into Effect. The Homeland Security Department, the terror alert system, preparedness quiz and more. (CBS News -- US)
Welcome to the U.S. -- if you have a passport Jan 23, 2007
There are 70,000 Canadian snowbirds who spend the winter in the United States, mostly in Florida. Homeland Security chief Michael Chertoff said last week that snowbirds who came south without their passports need not worry if they have to fly home after today. (Herald-Tribune)
New passport rules take effect Jan 23, 2007
New passport rules start Tuesday - USATODAY.com. Sign up to receive our free Daily Briefing e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today)
Canadian killed in Mexico Jan 21, 2007
" Lerch's daughter arrived in Mexico yesterday and the Glasiers were preparing to go to Mexico to retrieve their father's body. Last night, Glasier's son, Jim Glasier, said the family wasn't ready to speak publicly. "We're just all still grieving," he said from his Chatham home. The owners of the condo complex in Mexico paid to have Lerch taken to a private hospital for immediate treatment, Berlinguette said. Otherwise, she said, Lerch would have had to wait for medical attention. Ajijic, near... (Calgary Sun)
Canadian snowbirds without passports won't get stuck in U.S. Jan 19, 2007
WASHINGTON U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff says Canadian snowbirds can fly home without a passport even after the new rule requiring one goes into effect next Tuesday. We will allow them to depart the United States without having a passport for some significant period of time, said Mr. Chertoff. (Globe and Mail)
Don't Leave the Country Without It Jan 19, 2007
The need for passports from their own countries also will eventually affect Mexicans living in Florida and Canadian snowbirds accustomed to driving south without them. But if you are a legal, permanent resident of this country, your alien registration card is sufficient to get into the U.S., said Joanna Gonzalez, a spokeswoman with the Department of Homeland Security in Washington. (The Ledger)
New Passport Rules Cause Concern Jan 18, 2007
Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007 By Article Tools. Canadians and U.S. border-state officials are concerned that rules requiring passports for Americans and other travelers entering the United States will hurt commerce and tourism. (Time.com)
Passport rules worry Canadians, border states Jan 17, 2007
By BEVERLEY LUMPKIN Associated Press Writer. January 17, 2007, 8:43 AM EST WASHINGTON -- Canadians and U.S. border-state officials are concerned that rules requiring passports for Americans and other travelers entering the United States will hurt commerce and tourism. (Newsday -- Long Island)
Falling Bullet Hits Near 2 Kids Jan 3, 2007
LAKELAND - Thoughtless New Year's Eve revelry almost turned tragic for a family of Canadian snowbirds. Minutes after the New Year began, a. (The Ledger)
