Canada Clarifies Border Rules for First Nations, Native Americans

Canada clarifies border crossing requirements for First Nations and Native Americans, mandating passports alongside Secure Certificates of Indian Status (SCIS) for smoother land and water travel to the U.S. U.S. officials require proof of at least 50% Indigenous ancestry, such as tribal letters, long-form birth certificates, and status cards with red stripes, to honor Jay Treaty rights for duty-free passage and trade.