PASSPORT INFORMATON

Visit the U.S. Department of State Web site frequently for international travel updates at http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/travel_1744.html.

The NEXUS program is limited to citizens of Canada and the United States, lawful permanent residents of the United States and permanent residents of Canada. For information on how to apply visit http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/frequent_travler/nexus_prog/nexus.xml.

Niagara Falls' reputation as a natural world wonder and honeymoon capital of the planet beckons visitors from around the globe.

But it is the bridges that actually bring most of them here.

No other single factor contributes more to tourism growth - indeed the export trade economy overall - than the NFBC's three monumental linkages of concrete and steel. Niagara Falls crossings rank second only to Kennedy International as the busiest port of entry between the U.S. and Canada. If you are about to travel over Niagara's gorge, your vehicle will take one of about 7.2 million passages expected this year on NFBC bridges.

FOR THE TRAFFIC CONDITIONS FOR THE BRIDGES GO TO www.niagarafallsbridges.com

HARMONIZED SALES TAX (HST) COMES INTO EFFECT

Once the harmonized sales tax (HST) comes into effect July 1, 2010, in Ontario, many fees for services in this province will be more costly for the consumer. That.s because many services will be subject to higher taxes. Many consumers regard the HST as a tax grab, as they did the federal goods and services tax (GST), introduced in 1991.

Items and services exempt from HST in Ontario are: Admissions to Sporting Events, Adult Incontinence Products, Auto Insurance, Auto Rentals, Basic Groceries, Books, Cable TV Service, Cell Phone Charges, Certain Medical Devices, Child Car Seats and Car Booster Seats, Child Care Services, Children.s Clothing, Children.s Footwear, Luggage, Briefcases, Bags, etc., Mortgage Interest Costs, Most Educational Services, Most Health Care Services, Movie Tickets, Municipal Public Transportation, Municipal Water, Music Lessons, Newspapers, Over-the-Counter Medication, Pharmacist Dispensing Fees, Prepackaged Computer Software, Prepared Foods Sold for $4 or Less

What will be subject to HST in Ontario: Electricity, Gasoline, Heating Fuels, Internet Access Fees, Personal Services (e.g., Hairstyling), Professional Services (e.g., Legal, Accounting and Real Estate Fees and Commissions), Tobacco, New Homes and New Residential Rental Properties (offset by government rebates)

For more information visit www.cra-arc.gc.ca/gncy/hrmnztn/menu-eng.html

ZIP DOWN TO NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA

Visitors to Niagara Falls have another way to get there - by GO Train.

With approximately 50,000 passengers enjoying the inaugural service last summer, we are pleased to offer this weekend excursion service again this season. For the second summer, we are running seasonal weekend and holiday train service to the Niagara Region.

This season, we have added one trip per direction on Fridays in addition to three train trips daily in each direction on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. This season, the train service will be offered from May 21, 2010 to September 26, 2010. After September 26, 2010 customers can be served by GO Bus service.

For more information visit www.gotransit.com

NIAGARA CONVENTION & CIVIC CENTRE - NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA

The Niagara Convention and Civic Centre is being built on the west side of Stanley Avenue opposite Livingston Street in the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario.

The $87 million dollar project is 231,000 square feet in size that includes a 100,000 square feet main exhibit hall, 31,000 square feet of meeting space and 100,000 square feet of support space.

The project is jointly financed by the Federal Government ($35 million dollars), the Provincial Government ($35 million dollars), the Falls Management Company ($15 million dollars) and the Fallsview BIA ($2 million dollars).

Projected to open in Spring 2011.

GALE CENTRE

The facility will be located on the old Cyanamid grounds at Stanley Avenue and Thorold Stone Road.

• Main Rink - 2, 000 seats (NHL Size)
• Flexible Community Room for hosting special events and public skating
• Office facilities for all youth user groups
• Meeting Rooms with audio/video capabilities
• On-site Pro Shop & Skate sharpening services
• 3 Community rinks - 250 bench seats each (NHL Size)
• Sports Wall of Fame
• Convenor Room for Tournaments
• Fully accessible building

SKYSCRAPER ON FALLS AVENUE

The Canadian Niagara Hotels have announced plans to replace the existing Casino Niagara Tower with a new 59 storey . 751 foot (229m) tall hotel and observation tower. This will become the tallest building in Niagara Falls.

The existing 341 foot (104) tall tower was built in 1964 as a land mark by the Oneida Community Developments Company (Canada) Limited (Oneida Silver Company).

In 1974, the Oneida Tower became known as the Niagara Tower and Plaza Limited. In 1985, this tower would become the center piece of the Maple Leaf Village Shopping Complex under the name of .Kodak Tower.. The top of the tower became an observation deck and is serviced by an elevator.

Since the opening of Casino Niagara in 1998, the primary skyline feature is the 350 foot tall white tower which at night becomes a lighted beacon which can be seen for miles around. Each side of the tower has the word .CASINO. spelled out in giant red lighted lettering from top to bottom.

HOCO Announces $100 Million Investment

HOCO Entertainment & Resorts have announced plans to redevelop their 31 acre parcel of land from Clifton Hill to Robinson Street overlooking the Falls of Niagara. A 20 attraction amusement park fashioned similarly to the famous Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark will include several roller coasters and a giant all season 177 feet (54M) Ferris Wheel. A 28 storey . 294 room hotel tower will anchor the development which will include both indoor and outdoor water parks.

Margaritaville to Open in Niagara Falls This Spring

Margaritaville Restaurant will be opening this spring at the site of the former Wolfgang Puck at Fallsview Boulevard and Murray Street in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The popular destination will be open year-round and will feature live music, fresh food and drinks, Volcano Nachos and the famous Cheeseburger in Paradise for all. The family friendly restaurant boasts an impressive 14,000 square feet on two indoor levels with breathtaking panoramic views of the Falls from three of its four outdoor patios. Featuring live entertainment from across the country and a direct feed from Radio Margaritaville on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio, Margaritaville will carry tunes for all ages. Margaritaville will have 350-person seating capacity and is expected to employ at least 250 people on a full and part time basis.

The Sheraton Fallsview is excited to announce Milestones Grill & Bar Grand Opening

Fallsview dining at its best!

Exciting Fallsview dining. Located on the mezzanine level of the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel directly overlooking Niagara Falls. Milestones Grill + Bar is open for Lunch and dinner daily. Enjoy a globally inspired menu, expert service and an amazing view!

For more information visit www.niagarafallshotelsheraton.com

FREE FIREWORKS OVER THE FALLS 2010 SCHEDULE

Every Friday, Sunday & Holiday May 21 to September 5 at 10:00p.m.

Bonus Displays! Every Wednesday in July & August, Every Friday September 10 to October 8

Holiday Fireworks!
Victoria Day May 24, Memorial Day May 31, Canada Day July 1, Independence Day July 4 & Civic Holiday August 3

Winter Festival of Lights!
Opening ceremony Fireworks at 9p.m. Saturday November 6 and Fridays from November 12 to New Year's Eve.

Note: All these dates and times are approximate and subject to change. Fireworks displays are weather permitting.

WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - 27th ANNIVERSARY
NOVEMBER 6, 2010 to JANUARY 3, 2011

The Winter Festival of Lights runs from November 6, 2010 to January 3, 2011 and has been recognized as a Top 100 Festival by Festivals & Events Ontario and a Top 100 Internationally Known Event by the American Bus Association. Most recently, the Ontario Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Monique Smith, officially named the Winter Festival of Lights an Ontario Festivals & Events of Distinction.

As Canada's foremost illumination festival we offer an illuminating experience to over one million people each year with 3 million dazzling lights and over 120 animated lighting displays, including the world-famous Enchantment of Disney® displays, the spectacular Zimmerman Fountain display and the world's largest illuminated Canadian-American Flag display.

Most of these brilliant illuminations are found within the Niagara Parks, Winter Wonderland, which runs along the Niagara Parkway for about five kilometers (3 miles). The illuminations can be viewed from 5:00 pm to midnight every night during the Festival. There is no admission fee but donations are gratefully accepted ($10 per vehicle is suggested), with all proceeds used to enhance the illuminations. Being such a long route, it's recommended that you drive through the Winter Wonderland. Afterwards, you can park your vehicle across from the Table Rock Complex to take photographs of your favourite displays or enjoy one of the many amenities found within Table Rock.

For many people, a visit to Niagara Falls during the Winter Festival of Lights has become a tradition as those who once visited as children are now returning with their own.

Besides brilliant illuminations, the Festival includes a calendar full of festive events including: Fireworks over the Falls; Opening Ceremonies with an exciting showcase of theatrical presentations including performances by Disney® characters and the Festival of Lights Holiday Choir; Christmas Concerts featuring Loretta Lynn and The Gatlin Brothers; Niagara Falls Comedy Fest; Winter Festival Candle Light Stroll; Candy Cane Lane 5k Race & Fun Run; Festival of Lights Cheerleading Championship; Canada's largest New Year's Eve Party; and so much more!

The 28th Winter Festival of Lights captures the magic of the holiday season from November 6, 2010 to January 3, 2011. Visit our website or contact us to learn more, including great accommodation packages.

Website: www.WFOL.com, Email: info@WFOL.com, 1-800-563-2557 x. 26

NIGHTLY ILLUMINATION OF THE FALLS

Every evening beginning at dusk the Falls are lit in the colours of the rainbow - don't miss the unmatched beauty of the Falls at night!

Illumination of the Falls has been Financed and Operated by The Niagara Falls Illumination Board since 1925.

2010 FALLS ILLUMINATION SCHEDULE