Originally Posted by
Xyzzy
The question was about a flight
to YVR so there is no preclearance ... but I've always had gate/planeside-checked bags brought back to me planeside on express flights to Canada. I d

n't think this flight is going to be any different.
I realize this is an old post, but above is correct.
I live in Vancouver. Jetway-checked bags on UA flights eventually appear in the jetway.
You then make your way to the customs hall.