Media Advisory

Chief Mountain port of entry opens for the season

Calgary, Alberta, May 11, 2012 – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is pleased to announce that the Chief Mountain port of entry is re-opening for the season, beginning Tuesday, May 15, 2012.

Chief Mountain is located along Highway 6 in Alberta. Last season, 62,000 travellers entered Canada at the Chief Mountain port of entry, and CBSA officers are preparing for another busy summer.

Hours of operation (Mountain Daylight Time):

May 15 – May 31:
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

June 1 – September 3:
7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

September 4 – September 30:
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For information on U.S. entry requirements, visit www.cbp.gov/travel.

Need more information?
Visit www.cbsa.gc.ca or call 1-800-461-9999.

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For media information

Lisa White
Canada Border Services Agency
403-292-4011