Please refer to the following information and useful links regarding entering Canada & obtaining a VISA – Courtesy of Citizenship and Immigration Canada:
Participants will need a valid passport or an appropriate travel document to enter Canada.
Citizens of the United States
US citizens should visit the Department of Homeland Security website for a list of acceptable documents to re-enter the US.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp
Information on visiting Canada:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/index.asp
Do you need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to visit Canada (see for list of countries):
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
Visiting Canada – Important information for visa exempt travellers (including US Citizens):
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visa-exempt.asp
Where to send your application for a (TRV):
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/apply-where.asp
Video Tutorial on completing the Temporary Resident Visa Application Form (IMM 5257)
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/multimedia/video/imm5257/imm5257.asp
Visa Offices outside of Canada:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/missions.asp
Visa application processing times:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/temp/visitors.asp
* In order to avoid disappointments, applicants should submit their application as soon as possible.