From the Niagara Falls Review:
The idea of using upgraded driver’s licences instead of passports at the border is gaining traction, Ontario Tourism Minister Jim Bradley said Monday, and Americans are showing flexibility on the start date for new documents.
After meeting with officials at the U.S. State Department and Homeland Security, Bradley said they realize the new security program can’t be implemented all at once on Jan. 1, 2008.
“I certainly see them recognizing there’s a need for a transition period. I’d say a new flexibility seems to be quite evident,” he said.