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U.S. border inspection booth project extended

U.S. border inspection booth project extended

Unforeseen circumstances extend construction schedule a week. Drivers cautioned to watch for signage and signal lights

U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION NEWS RELEASE

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SAULT STE MARIE, MI — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations has started upgrading the operational functionality of their primary inspection booths at the Sault Ste. Marie Port of Entry. (more…)

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Traffic alert: Motorists should expect short delays on International Bridge for torch run Wednesday

May 13, 2016 — Motorists on the International Bridge in Sault Ste. Marie should expect brief delays Wednesday evening for the annual international Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics. (more…)

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Canadian Toll Adjustments due to Exchange Rates

Canadian toll adjustments at International Bridge based on currency exchange rates

Fast facts:
– The International Bridge Authority (IBA) in Sault Ste. Marie, is adjusting Canadian fares at the bridge.
– Starting April 1, the passenger vehicle rate for Canadian currency will change from $4.40 to $4.70. 
– Customers making just one round trip across the bridge each week can qualify for a 20 percent commuter discount.

March 16, 2016 — While the U.S. fare will remain unchanged, International Bridge customers paying Canadian currency will see the toll rate adjusted due to the current value of the Canadian dollar. The changes, effective Friday, April 1, are the result of the currency exchange review conducted by bridge officials twice each year. (more…)

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