Canadian Wanting To Submit To NGC

What Canadian forum? I have questions regarding Grading in USA, as a Canadian resident.

1) CUSTOMS: what value to declare for Customs? I don't know the value of my coin which is a good reason why I want to have it graded. If the shipment is intercepted by Canadian customs on it's way back, will I have to show proof of ownership? I don't have a receipt of purchase for my coins. They were inherited (in bulk, not itemized) by my Dad 20 years ago (from his aunt that may have bought the coins anytime between 1960 and 1985...) and he gave me the collection about 10 years ago.

2) INSURANCE: let's say I think the coin is valued 100$ but TPG evaluates higher grade/rarity which makes the value 2000$. So my shipment is insured for 100$ going out... is it insured for 2000$ coming back?

I have gone over the TPG websites over and over and I think my questions are too obvious for them to specify on their website. My inexperience here is at fault. I have seen ICCS and CCCS websites, but they are unclear as to costs of grading and I do like how the american websites have pictures of their operations (and I like their holders...). Also, canadian sites, I think, do not offer conservation or restoration services. I have haze on my coins which I think may be worth to have removed...

They are all Morgan silver dollars...

Why NGC? I read a few threads that said it made less errors and was more trusted... But I guess opinions on who is best will vary from time to time. I also liked that they won't go through with conservation if it is "not worth it..." (definition of such not explained)... But I have to admit I always liked PCGS's look and website better.

I'm not ready to send out tomorrow, anyhow, still trying to wade through info... I was thinking maybe sending just one and see how I feel about the results. Foremost on my mind right now is to do what is best "for the coins". Since I they may have been stored improperly for 20+ years, I want to undo damage if I can (professionally) or at the very least prevent further damage from happening. Secondly only is grading. I have tried to grade on my own, after extensive readings and pics, but it's really hard when you're as inexperienced as I am. I feel I cannot buy or sell unless I really know more about grading and having my coins professionally graded would give me a good basis.

Unless I am totally wrong? I have read that sometimes restoration/conservation efforts might/will take away toning and that collectors prefer to have the coins as they have aged, warts and all, so I may end up with a shiny new coin no one wants...

Is there a mentoring program for noobie collectors? If so, sign me up!

You are in a tough spot.
You must send them south if you want them graded.
There is no economical easy solution.
You have to deal with customs, taxes, and insurance.
Make certain the coin you send is worth your while.