TRAVEL INFORMATION

Travel Insurance

All delegates attending Rototour Canada 2026 are required to hold comprehensive travel insurance for the duration of the tour.

A copy of your travel insurance certificate must be provided to ARMA once your participation has been confirmed and full payment has been received.

Before purchasing your policy, we strongly recommend reviewing the level of cover carefully to ensure you are adequately covered for:

the full value of the tour
international and domestic flights
medical expenses
cancellations and delays
luggage and personal belongings
travel disruptions due to weather conditions

As the tour involves multiple flights, interstate travel, factory visits and cross-border travel into the United States, delegates should ensure their policy provides suitable coverage for all planned activities and destinations.

CANADA

Flights

International flights to Canada are to be arranged individually by delegates.

The Rototour program is expected to commence in Vancouver, British Columbia, with the tour concluding in Niagara Falls with onward travel to Buffalo, New York and New Orleans for Rotoplas 2026.

Canada is well-connected internationally, with major gateway airports including:

Vancouver (YVR)
Calgary (YYC)
Toronto (YYZ)
Montreal (YUL)

These airports offer efficient domestic connections, modern facilities, and a wide range of transport and traveller services.

As the tour will involve multiple domestic flights and varying climates across Canada, delegates are encouraged to travel with practical luggage and ensure airline baggage allowances are checked in advance.

Entry Requirements

Delegates are responsible for ensuring they meet all Canadian and United States entry requirements applicable to their nationality and passport.

Many travellers entering Canada by air will require either:

an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), or
a valid visitor visa.

As the add-on option heads to Buffalo and New Orleans, delegates should also ensure they have any required documentation or visas for entry into the United States.

For official and up-to-date immigration information, please refer to:

Government of Canada Immigration and Travel Information

US Travel and Entry Information

Language

Canada has two official languages: English and French.

English is widely spoken throughout the tour route. In Quebec, particularly in Montreal and surrounding regions, French is more commonly used, although English is generally spoken in hotels, restaurants, airports and business environments.

Electricity

Canada uses:

120V electricity
Type A and Type B plugs

These are the same plug types used in the United States. Delegates travelling from Australia, New Zealand, Europe or the UK will require a travel adaptor.

Please note that some items requiring more power may not work.

Weather & Clothing

November in Canada brings cool autumn conditions and, in some regions, the beginning of winter.

Typical temperatures include:

Vancouver: 6°C to 12°C with possible rain
Calgary & Alberta regions: 0°C to 10°C with cold mornings and possible early snow
Toronto & Montreal: 3°C to 10°C with cool temperatures and occasional rain

Delegates should pack:

warm layers
a waterproof jacket
comfortable closed walking shoes
smart casual clothing for dinners
business casual attire suitable for factory visits

Some factory sites may also require enclosed footwear and basic PPE compliance.

Currency

The currency in Canada is the Canadian Dollar (CAD).

Credit cards, debit cards and contactless payments are widely accepted throughout Canada, including for small purchases.

ATMs are readily available in airports, hotels and city centres. Delegates should check with their bank regarding any international transaction or withdrawal fees.

Tipping is customary in Canada and the United States, with 15–20% generally expected in restaurants, bars, taxis and for hospitality services.

Health and Safety

Canada is considered a very safe travel destination with excellent healthcare infrastructure and high public health standards.

Tap water is safe to drink throughout the tour regions.

Delegates are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering:

medical expenses
cancellations
luggage
flight disruptions
winter weather delays

Any specific health or dietary requirements should be advised to the ARMA team prior to departure.

Time Zones

Canada spans multiple time zones across the Rototour route:

Pacific Time (UTC –8): Vancouver
Mountain Time (UTC –7): Calgary & Alberta
Eastern Time (UTC –5): Toronto, Montreal & Buffalo

Canada observes daylight saving time, and delegates will experience several time zone changes during the tour.

Mobile Phones & Internet

Wi-Fi is widely available throughout hotels, airports and restaurants.

International roaming can be expensive, so delegates may wish to consider:

international roaming packs through their provider
eSIM services
local Canadian SIM options

Further communication details for the tour, including group messaging arrangements, will be provided closer to departure.

NEW ORLEANS (OPTIONAL ADD-ON)

Flights

International flights to the United States are to be arranged individually by delegates.

Following the conclusion of the Rototour in Niagara Falls. Delegates will travel onward to Buffalo, New York for a factory tour and then to New Orleans, Louisiana for Rotoplas 2026.

New Orleans is serviced by Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), the primary gateway to the city.

The United States is well-connected to major international hubs, with convenient domestic connections available via cities such as:

New York (JFK / LGA)
Chicago (ORD)
Dallas (DFW)
Atlanta (ATL)

These airports provide efficient connections, modern facilities, and a wide range of traveller services.

Entry Requirements

Delegates are responsible for ensuring they meet all United States entry requirements applicable to their nationality and passport.

Most travellers entering the United States will require either:

an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) under the Visa Waiver Program, or
a valid visitor visa

Delegates travelling from Canada into the United States (e.g. via Buffalo) must ensure they have the appropriate documentation prior to border crossing.

For official and up-to-date immigration information, please refer to:

US Travel and Entry Information

Language

The official language of the United States is English.

English is spoken throughout New Orleans, including in hotels, restaurants, airports and business environments.

Electricity

The United States uses:

120V electricity
Type A and Type B plugs

These are the same plug types used in Canada. Delegates travelling from Australia, New Zealand, Europe or the UK will require a travel adaptor.

Please note that some higher-powered devices may not function.

Weather & Clothing

November in New Orleans brings mild autumn conditions, with warm days and cooler evenings.

Typical temperatures include:

Daytime: approximately 20°C – 25°C
Evenings: approximately 10°C – 15°C

Delegates should pack:

light layers for daytime
a light jacket or sweater for evenings
comfortable walking shoes
smart casual clothing for networking events
business casual attire suitable for conference sessions

Weather can be variable, with occasional rain, so a light waterproof option is recommended.

Currency

The currency in the United States is the US Dollar (USD).

Credit cards, debit cards and contactless payments are widely accepted throughout New Orleans.

ATMs are readily available in airports, hotels and city centres. Delegates should check with their bank regarding any international transaction or withdrawal fees.

Tipping is customary in the United States, with 15-20% expected in restaurants, bars, taxis and for hospitality services.