Bert,

You were one of the lucky ones as most are- you just get asked a couple of questions and sail on through.

The point is if you are asked for the proof required and don't have it you have one of two problems- disapointment that you can't get into Canada or a real sticky problem trying to get out of Canada.

It's easier to just make sure you have what you need and hope you don't need it than not have it and need it.

The thing that can really get people caught up is if they are taking children that are not their's (grandchildren, friend's, step-children, etc), have different last names or a person is traveling alone with children. They can require a signed notarized letter from the parents or other parent of the child authorizing the child to leave the country.

This occurred before 9-11 due to child abduction cases, but is looked at harder in the new security concsious atmosphere.

Dennis