COVID-19 Restrictions

Border Crossing

Current travel restrictions require every traveller to be fully vaccinated.

Children ages 5-11 do not need to be vaccinated as long as they are travelling with a vaccinated adult.

You must download the “ArriveCAN” app to upload your proof of vaccination. (www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/arrivecan.html)

As of April 1, no Covid testing will be required to enter Canada.

These rules can change as COVID conditions change so check back frequently for updates.

Can you enter Canada?

Answer a few questions to find out if you may be allowed to enter Canada.

Masks

The mask mandate will be lifted in Ontario as of March 21, 2022.

Ontario Health Measures

See link for current restrictions in Ontario.

FAQs

RSVP Due Date

Please RSVP by May 13, 2022 so Karley and Greg can fulfill all final requests to their vendors. 

Passports

Yes, a passport is required to cross into Canada from the USA/UK. Please note it does take standard 6-8 weeks for a new passport to be processed so plan accordingly!

Currency

Canada uses its own Canadian currency (CAD). Cash can be ordered through your local bank or AAA. The current exchange rate is around USD$1 = CAD$1.28

Most major credit cards are accepted in Canada. Note that your credit card company may card a small fee to process foreign currency.

Flights

Toronto Pearson International Airport

Toronto Pearson (YYZ) is an international airport about 2 hours east of Listowel. It is the largest airport and will be the most flexible for flights coming from the US. 

Renting a car is the best option for travel from the airport to Listowel.

John C Monroe Hamilton International Airport

John C Monroe Hamilton airport (YHM) is a smaller international airport located 1 hour 30 mins (120km) east of Listowel.

US city destinations include Orlando, Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Las Vegas.

Cars can be rented from the airport to get to Listowel.

Buffalo Niagara International Airport

A flight into Buffalo might be a cheaper option. 

Buffalo is 2.5hr (150 miles) drive from Listowel. 

Border Crossing

Peace Bridge - Buffalo

Peace Bridge is the main border crossing in Buffalo, NY. It is approx. 2 hours (220km) from Listowel. 

Toll: $3.75 USD

Ambassador Bridge - Detroit

Ambassador Bridge is the main border crossing from Detroit, MI. It is approx. 3 hours (300km) from Listowel. 

Toll: $5.00 USD

Blue Water Bridge - Port Huron

Blue Water Bridge is the main border crossing in Port Huron, MI. It is approx. 2 hours (175km) from Listowel. 

Toll: $3.00 USD

Local Transportation

T.J.'s Delivery & Taxi

Telephone: 519-291-9223

Listowel Taxi

Telephone: 519-291-4591

Things to Do

Shopping - Listowel

Downtown Listowel is known for its small boutique stores. You'll find a variety of shops for ladies/mens wear, sporting goods, home decor, several shoe stores and baking. 

Shopping - St. Jacobs

St. Jacobs is well known for it's farmers markets held on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays from 7am - 3:30pm. 

Also in St. Jacobs is several small boutique shops in the village featuring home goods, decor, apparel etc. 

Park & Pool & Splash Pad

The Listowel Kinette Splash Pad, Listowel Kinsmen Pool and Listowel Memorial Park can all be found in one area. 

440 Royal St E, Listowel, ON N4W 2S2

Listowel Golf & Country Club

A premiere golf experience, featuring 27 holes comprised of 3 nine hole layouts that create a challenge for golfers of all levels through the combination of long fairways, water hazards, rolling hills and multiple tees.

Dining

Vecky's International Cuisine

Located in downtown Listowel, Vecky's is a family run restaurant with fresh, homemade meals. 

Great for lunch and dinner. 

Anna Mae's

A 20 min drive from Listowel in the town of Millbank. A traditional mennonite style restaurant that will not leave you hungry.

Impressions Bakery

A bakery and lunch spot you MUST visit while in Listowel. The best pies, donuts and the Canadian classic - butter tarts.

They feature daily soups, quiches, and sandwiches as well as your favourite hot drink.

Diana Sweets

A local diner downtown Listowel great for breakfast and lunch. 

Local Services

Listowel