Traveling to Canada from US, any tips/advice?

[OON7]

Hi Friends!

My wife and I are heading to Buffalo from Ohio in November for the Vikings vs Bills. (Go Bills!) We've never been out of the country but decided to apply for our passports and add some time to our trip to go to Niagara Falls and view it from the Canadian side. We're going to spend the day in Canada in that area, and we are really excited for the trip.

Any Canadians or fellow US travelers out here on the forum have any advice in regards to charging while in Canada if needed? I plan to charge close to 100% before we leave Buffalo but obviously this is an additional new thing to understand on how to charge in another country. I'm assuming I need to grab some Canadian charging network apps and check plugshare.

I'll also happily take any other advice about heading into Canada at Niagra Falls, things to see, visit, etc.

Thanks All!

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[canuck1975]

I haven't recieved my car yet but I assume Electrify Canada will work as is. I think Flo has the most infrastructure. We're behind America, as usual, so you may have to go a bit out of the way to find a charging station.

Use this site to choose the bridge as well. Sometimes it's better to go to Lewiston over crossing in Buffalo. https://www.niagarafallsbridges.com/

 

[MacherAWD]

Last year we had to use ArriveCan phone app to submit documents beforehand, not sure if that is still a thing. Give a quick read on entering Canada as a US and entering back to US, see if any requirements.

 

[canuck1975]

ArriveCan is optional now so basically not needed.

 

[OON7]

ArriveCan is optional now so basically not needed.

Thanks, I did download still and will check it out!

 

[canuck1975]

Thanks, I did download still and will check it out!

Now that I'm in front a computer I also grabbed this for you. It should help! https://chargehub.com/en/Charging-Stations-Map.html

 

[SMBE]

Hi. Plugshare is your friend for planning a road trip and while on the road. You can check status, details, etc. Depending on where you charge you may need to download their app, hence good to plan ahead. you can also toggle to minimum power to only see CCS chargers with higher output (like above 70).

In terms of Niagara, Niagara on the Lake is a cute town to visit and there are lots of wineries between there and Hamilton to potentially visit. Enjoy.

 

[OON7]

Thanks everyone on the tips!

 

[River Rat]

Niagara on the Lake for restaurants {Old angel Inn-haunted pub) lots to see take the river drive from the falls, Skylon Tower - great view.

 

[River Rat]

Oh forgot to mention lots of old history in the region and don't piss us off. We are polite but we did kick some American ass and burn down your White House. Other than that Enjoy!

 

[Greenerairbus330]

You might want to spend a little longer in Canada, your USD gets you about 35% more up here!

 

[VirgilBoy21MME]

By all means, come and visit us here in Niagara-on-the lake. Considerably quieter than the summertime, when you're here in November. A totally different experience than Niagara Falls itself. Lots of great restaurants etc. My favorites here are the Old Angel Inn, the Irish Harp, and the Old Winery.

Niagara-on-the-lake population is around 14,000. In my area of NOTL, there are five MMEs (that I know of) and another one coming to my neighborhood very soon.

Send me a private message if you want some more tips on charging in this area. And any questions you have about local attractions and restaurants. I'll help you as much as I can.

I can tell you right now that one day will not give you enough time to really enjoy it the area!

I have attached a screencap for the fastest charger in this area. In the city of St Catherines which is very close to Niagara-on-the-lake and Niagara Falls. They are pretty new and also have 150 kW in addition to 50 kW.

 

[Eric_C_Boston]

ArriveCan is not required anymore.

Use PlugShare! A Better Route Planner (ABRP) is good for route planning but very conservative as to range and the number of chargers needed.

Most of the FLO and IVY chargers are 50kW, which means double the usual charge time (1 to 1-1/4 hours).

Some Chargepoint, FLO, and IVY chargers are in the Ford Blueoval Network. Electrify Canada ones are not. There is no "roaming" agreement between Electrify America and Electrify Canada. You may be able to use a credit card with the Electrify Canada chargers rather than setting up an account and downloading their app.

If you are using Plug and Charge (P&C) with the Ford Blueoval Network (i.e. Electrify America stations), make sure you turn it off in Canada before using the Electrify Canada stations.

 

[RedDragon]

I was about to start a similar thread! I'm heading to Montreal - there seem to be a ton of L2 chargers downtown on plugshare. Any specific apps required to use those?

I see a lot are in FLO and Circuit Electrique networks.

 

[OON7]

I was about to start a similar thread! I'm heading to Montreal - there seem to be a ton of L2 chargers downtown on plugshare. Any specific apps required to use those?

I see a lot are in FLO and Circuit Electrique networks.

I have a FLO account from trying to park and charge in Cincinnati once, I'm curious if it will work internationally with my current balance is USD.

I'm very excited to go, lots of great responses here too. When will you be traveling?

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