> Richardson’s bad luck continued when she tried to get the cost of her trip refunded.
For Canadians, many international flights leave from the US airports close to the border. Normally, it shouldn't be a problem, but you can never be sure they'll let you into the country to catch your flight. Every trip becomes somewhat of a gamble.
At least the checkpoint is in Canada, so you're not stuck in Texas or something. In my limited experience, the agents are nicer in Toronto than agents inside the US.
For Canadians, many international flights leave from the US airports close to the border. Normally, it shouldn't be a problem, but you can never be sure they'll let you into the country to catch your flight. Every trip becomes somewhat of a gamble.