In article , Andrew Sarangan
writes:

I am planning a flight from Ohio to Stanhope (Haliburton) in central
Ontario, with a stop in London to clear customs. On the return leg I plan
to stop at Buttonville (Toronto) for a few days then make a scenic flight
to Toronto City Center airport before heading back home. I plan to do all
of these under IFR in a /G equipped airplane. The entire route is covered
in the US enroute charts, so I was not planning on purchasing additional
charts. I have an old copy of the CFS, and I was contemplating if I
should purchase a new one or ask someone to fax me the relevant pages.
The approach charts for Canada are a ripoff. I would have to buy the
entire country even if I only need one page.

Any words of advice you can offer regarding this flight?

Hi Andrew,

Going to Lochaven? I have planned that trip for a couple of years but haven't
got it to go yet. I'm interested in a trip report.
I'm no expert on Canada but I have flown up there a couple of times. They want
you to fly to the ground on an IFR plan. If it is towered the cancel is auto;
if not towered, cancel on 888 217 1241. I was not able to cancel in the air.
London Radio monitors 126.7 and is used for VFR position reporting.
London is a big airport. I would suggest a smaller one to clear customs if
that is not out of the way. I have had good luck at Pelee Island and Sarnia
when flying out of the Cleveland Ohio area.
Call 888 CANPASS (888 226 7277) at least an hour before and give time of
arrival. No need to call the particular facility like the US.
Get Canada Air Pilot - CAP 4 - for the approach plates (like our NOS plates).
AOPA has a good hand out on the "how to's" of flying to Canada.
I have found the Ca customs a lot nicer than our own so have a good time and
don't worry.

For entry into the US, haveing an Arrival Report form filled out before hand
makes for and easier entry.

Chuck