Expect delays at Alberta-Montana border crossing

If you’re planning to head south, you should expect some delays at the Coutts-Sweetgrass border crossing heading into Montana.

According to U.S. customs, there were 40-minute delays Monday morning with three lanes open to traffic.

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There were lineups at midnight when Canadians were permitted to drive across.

You can get the most up-to-date information on border wait times here.

The U.S. eased border restrictions for the first time in 20 months Monday, allowing fully-vaccinated Canadians into the country.

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Anyone driving into the States has to show proof of vaccination.

The U.S. is not requiring foreign nationals who are visiting by land to show proof of a negative test, but Canada does. And that’s deterring some Canadians from visiting their southern neighbours.

-with files from the Canadian Press