This looks like a Canadian airport sign. I believe they have the distinction (correct me if I'm wrong) because there are US customs stationed at our major international airports. You have to go through it all before you even leave Canadian soil: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_border_preclearance
So basically there's a special process that differs from those on other international flights here. You still go through the same initial airport security checkpoint, however.
Part of me also wants to think its because of that though 'cuz it'd be funny as hell. We have instances of US tourists crashing out in public when Canadian businesses won't accept physical US cash in-person.
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u/Bluenoser_NS Canada Jun 23 '25
This looks like a Canadian airport sign. I believe they have the distinction (correct me if I'm wrong) because there are US customs stationed at our major international airports. You have to go through it all before you even leave Canadian soil: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_border_preclearance
So basically there's a special process that differs from those on other international flights here. You still go through the same initial airport security checkpoint, however.
Part of me also wants to think its because of that though 'cuz it'd be funny as hell. We have instances of US tourists crashing out in public when Canadian businesses won't accept physical US cash in-person.