About Us
Meet Me at the Border is an information resource for the network of businesses, individuals, and governmental agencies in North America whose livelihood or way of life is connected to the Canada-U.S. border. For 5,525 miles or 8,891 kilometres, our shared border binds together companies, employees, tourists, sports fans, first responders, and border community residents who depend on goods or services from just across the way.
The interconnectedness of our countries speaks to the depth of our relationship. Canada is the single largest export market for 38 States and tops $561 billion in cross border trade supporting 7.1 million jobs in the United States. This means that our safe and secure Canada-U.S. border facilitates over $1 million in trade each and every minute.
The communities that dot the border have rich histories together, and share more than economic ties. Bonds of family and friendship have created communities that rely on each other, and that celebrate their rich heritage and economic promise together.
But the economics of border crossings don't stop at the border. In communities all across Florida, Texas, Arizona and Utah, Canadian snowbirds make vital contributions to local economies. Conventions, tourism, and businesses on both sides of the border depend on a smart, safe and secure border.
Meet Me at the Border supports an information network, key facts about border policies, and stories from Americans and Canadians about border life and why a safe and secure border is important for them. In creating this site, the Canadian Embassy and Consulates in the U.S. hope to broaden the understanding of the Canada-U.S. border, and to help connect people in both countries who have an interest in tracking developments that improve border security and border efficiency.
Take the time to check out Meet Me at the Border. See what is happening in your community, sign up to receive updates from our Border Central Newsletter, and share your story about why the border is important to you.
Contact Us:
mmatb@canadianembassy.org