[saultpastor]

I'm a Pastor, a US citizen, living in Canada. I'm am finalizing my permenant resident status with immigration Canada. My question is complicated so I thank you in advance for considering it.

I live in a border town, the airport on the U.S. side is cheaper and closer to my home. I also do not plan on spending the rest of my life here in Canada. I would like to get a Sport Pilot Certificate, but according to the ruling I must have a valid U.S. drivers license, my current one is issued by Ontario. Is there any way to do this with an Ontario license?

I know I could get a 3rd class medical, but I had a minor health issue that the FAA requires to be addressed with a special issuance, providing I supply the results from a number of expensive medical tests that I will never be able to afford.

I would greatly appreciate any and all thoughts and suggestions.