Tuesday, May 24, 2005

Toronto, Ontario

The name "Toronto" is derived from the Indian phrase for "bring a coat". The evenings are CHILLY.

Also, a tip for any US citizen going through Canadian customs. Your trip is for training your existing clients, NOT selling to prospects. A "training" trip means you get your passport stamped and you're on your way to a Toronto taxi cab. Coincidentally, all the taxis in Toronto take credit cards, unlike those in the US! A "sales" trip means you are invited to the "heavy screening room" where they make you discuss your business in detail, including an in-depth analysis of your itinerary for the visit. Anything that you will be doing that could be done instead by a Canadian citizen will come under incredible scrutiny. Remember, you're Captain Training...