Information for Visitors
Perth County Public Washrooms map
Perth County tourist information can be found at the following locations:
PERTH COUNTY WELCOME CENTRE AND ARTISAN MARKET
, SHAKESPEARE
Operated by the Perth County Visitors’ Association, the centre provides a wealth of information– from the best places to eat and stay to the most exciting things to see and do. Help yourself to the many brochures, guides, maps, menus and more. The knowledgeable and friendly staff can tell you everything
you need to know about the area! Check out the event boards to read up on local events. Two computer kiosks allow visitors even more information on Perth County.
STRATFORD TOURISM ALLIANCE
, STRATFORD or York Street Visitors' kiosk - near the Cenotaph
1-800-561-SWAN
www.visitstratford.ca
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST PERTH
Information center, Lions Park, Ontario Road and Williams St., MITCHELL
TOWNSHIP OF PERTH EAST
25 Mill Street E, MILVERTON
MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH
North Perth Chamber of Commerce office, 580 Main Street W, LISTOWEL
TOURISM ST. MARYS
5 James Street N, ST. MARYS
1-
www.townofstmarys.com
Information For U.S. Visitors to Canada
TRAVELER IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR LAND BORDER CROSSINGS
To assist with your travel plans to our area, we are pleased to provide these details regarding the current travel identification requirements.
- For temporary visits to Canada for less than 180 days, a visa is not required for U.S. citizens in most cases.Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry both proof of citizenship and proof of identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. If a U.S. citizen traveling to Canada does not have a passport, passport card, or approved alternate document such as a NEXUS card, they must show a government-issued photo ID (e.g. Driver’s License) and proof of U.S. citizenship such as a U.S. birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or expired U.S. passport.
- If you are traveling with children, you should carry identification for each child. Divorced parents, who share custody, should carry copies of the legal custody documents.
- Travelers under the age of 16 and unaccompanied by a parent need a letter of permission from a parent or guardian.
- All U.S. citizens traveling by air to and from Canada or via a third country are required to have a valid passport to enter or re-enter the United States. For entry into the United States via land and sea borders, U.S. citizens must present either a U.S. passport, passport card, NEXUS card, Enhanced Drivers License, or other Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)-compliant document.
For additional information on exceptions to the standard requirements as well as dutyfree limits, please refer to:
- Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) www.cbsa.gc.ca
- OntarioTravel.net
- U.S. Citizens traveling to and from Canada: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1082.html#entry_requirements
Currency:
It is recommended that visitors use Canadian funds in Ontario. Currency exchange offices, conveniently located at most Ontario Travel Information Centres at the U.S./Ontario border, offer a good rate of exchange and are open daily. A good rate of exchange is also offered at the currency exchanges at international airports (Toronto, Ottawa) and at all banks, trust companies and credit unions. Banks are generally open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday; to 6 p.m. Friday. Most trust companies are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and Saturday mornings.
Use this quick and easy Currency Converter at OntarioTravel.net to help you make quick and easy conversions between currencies.
Sales Tax:
In Ontario, a 13% Harmonized Sales Tax applies to most purchases. Please note that the Visitor Rebate Program is no longer available.
More Traveler's Tips can be found at OntarioTravel.net
Driving in Ontario
When driving in Ontario U.S. travelers need to be aware that posted speed limits are in kilometers per hour. Here is an approximate conversion chart of commonly posted speed limits:
| km/hr | m.p.h. |
| 50 | 30 |
| 80 | 50 |
| 90 | 55 |
| 100 | 60 |
Be aware also of the following regulations:
- Radar detectors are illegal in Ontario.
- Seat belt use is mandatory in Ontario.
- Please bring either a passport or birth certificate for each member of your party, including children. For more information about crossing into Canada, check the Canada Customs website.
See also the Ontario Ministry of Transport website for additional maps and highway information, including road conditions and highway closures due to construction.
Weather
See the Stratford 5-Day Forecast on CJCS Radio
- See also current weather conditions in Stratford, Ontario from the Weather Network
Maps & Directions
- Read our Maps & Directions page for links to road maps and travel directions from most major U.S. cities.
- Request your best route from your location at OntarioTravel.net
- Find additional maps and routes at Google Maps