2007 SEA to SKY CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIP

International Cheer Alliance

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PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS EXPLAINED:

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) is new U.S. legislation that requires all travellers carry a valid passport or other appropriate secure document, or combination of documents that establish citizenship and identity when travelling.

Since January 23, 2007, anyone travelling by AIR between the United States and Canada is required to present a valid passport or NEXUS card (when used at designated airports) to enter or re-enter the United States.

As of January 31, 2008, a passport is not mandatory for travelling between the United States and Canada by LAND or SEA/WATER (including cruises and ferries), however travellers are required to present one of the following:

  • A government-issued photo ID such as a driver's licence, plus a proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate*
  • A NEXUS or FAST Card
  • State-issued Enhanced Driver's Licence (when available)
  • U.S. Military Identification with Military Travel Orders
  • A valid passport

* Beginning no earlier than June 2009, the combination of goverment-issued photo ID and proof of citizenship will no longer be acceptable documents for entry into Canada - U.S.

What is NEXUS?

NEXUS is a joint program between the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), that expedites the border clearance process for low-risk, pre-approved travellers into Canada and the United States.

How do I get a NEXUS card?

To become a member in the NEXUS program, you must submit an application and go through a registration process, satisfy the eligibility criteria, be admissible in Canada and the United States, and pass risk assessments by both countries.

If you are approved to participate in NEXUS, you will receive a membership identification card to use when entering Canada or the United States at all participating NEXUS air, land and marine ports of entry.

More detailed information on the WHTI can be found on the U.S. Department of State website.

U.S./Canada Border Crossing

View U.S. Customs border crossing cams and wait times.

View Canada Customs border wait times.

Other Information for visitors to Canada

Information for visitors to Canada from the Canada Border Services Agency.

Tips for American travellers to Canada from The U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs.

Furthermore, the ICA is working closely with The
Canada Border Services Agency to help Americans traveling to our event have a hassle-free border experience.  The Canadian border will not only know about the Sea to Sky Cheerleading Championship, they will be expecting your arrival.  All measures are being taken to ensure that a trip to Vancouver is convenient and easy. 
The Canada Border Services Agency working with the International Events & Convention Services Program ensures the ICA that we will be working together to make this happen.
MOST COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 
1.   What is the schedule for the weekend?
  • Friday, Feb 27th  - Teams arrive in Vancouver
  • Coaches Boat Cruise Reception and Information Meeting. Boarding begins at 7:30pm
  • Team Competition Saturday, Feb 28th – 50% of final score from today
  • Team Competition Sunday, March 2nd – The other 50% of final score comes from today
  • Sunday - Award Ceremonies are scheduled throughout the day
 
2.      Which hotel should we stay at? With CSTT overseeing your hotel bookings, simply choose a hotel based on your budget and how close you want to be to the competition venue.  CSTT will guide you through the rest of the booking process and make everything easy for you.
 
3.      What if the hotel we want gets filled up? Rooms will be allocated on a first come basis. As soon as you're ready, fill out a Registration Request form and/or Contact CSTT Management by calling them Toll Free at 1-866-861-TEAM (8326)  CSTT and ask for Contact: Amber Lee
 
4.      I have parents who would like to come to the Championship. How should they book a room? CSTT Management will provide your team/club a User Name and Password that you can advertise to help make your job easier.  Your parents and families will get the lower rate and can then book online directly with CSTT and eliminate YOU from the picture.  This will make your job easier.
 
5.      What do the 2 Coaches per team that attend for free pay?      2 Coaches per team do NOT have to pay the $75 registration fee. Additional coaching staff needs to register using the regular calculation fees.  Event Bracelets will not be handed out and Coaches without bracelets will NOT be permitted in the warm up room or on the Boat Cruise.
 
6.      When and where will registration take place? On Friday, Feb 27th, Coaches will set sail on the largest boat that Vancouver has available for groups to charter. The Britannia Boat will set sail at 7:30pm from the #1 Foot of Denman Street where the Bay shore hotel meets Stanley Park. The Cruise will last 2 hours and will include celebration drinks and appetizers. Coaches will need to bring along their teams’ Waiver/Participation Forms and will also pick up their team’s participation gifts at this time. The Cruise will sail along the beautiful Vancouver Harbor and Skyline to officially LAUNCH the Sea to Sky Championships.
 
10.How much will admission be for non-participants? The cost to attend the Sea to Sky Championships will be $15 for one-day  or $25 for a two-day ticket. Children 8 and younger pay $5 and Seniors and Students pay $10.  There are ATM Machines in the Convention Hall Lobby.
 
11. Can we pay our fees via Credit Card? The answer to this is YES. However, for teams using a credit card, there will be a 2% surcharge. If you would like to use a credit card, please call the office so that we can set you up and collect all necessary information. The ICA’s preferred method of payment is cashier cheques or Money Orders. Make ALL payments payable to The International Cheer Alliance.