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Vancouver musicians keeping a close eye on the U.S. following higher visa fees, tariff threats

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Vancouver musicians are expressing concern about the possible impact of higher fees for U.S. work visas and the threat of looming trade tariffs on up-and-coming artists’ careers.

The fees for so-called “P” and “O,” which apply to artists, athletes and support staff have increased anywhere from US$ 260 to more than US$1,245 .

B.C. acts have been touring the U.S. west coast to entertainment hubs such as Los Angeles and then moving across the country before re-entering Canada into Ontario and Quebec .

Hopeless wonders if that opportunity will remain open, noting cross- Canada touring lacks the multitude of places to play that are available on cross- U.S tours.

Joey Keithley , Burnaby city councillor and leader of the legendary hardcore punk band DOA , says touring the US was key to becoming a global success.

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