Hi Jacqueline.
As a fellow Canadian, I don't blame you!
As nice as it is to have the dollar hovering close to par for a long while now, when the dollar is actually in our
favour - it's certainly a great time to pick up cash, buy some extra 'vacation preparation' items from the U S of A and even pay off the American $ vacation balances!
The recommendation for the PhotoPass+ product is that you purchase your prepaid voucher via the online
Special Offer at least 14 days prior to your trip and no more than 6 months prior. Given that you're visiting during this calendar year and you're currently within mere
days of 6 months from arrival, you should be absolutely fine to go ahead and make your purchase online any time now.
I'm so glad to hear that you're planning to spend some time checking out the amazing holiday displays in the lobbies of the Magic Kingdom Monorail Resort hotels. That's definitely one of my favourite things to do at Walt Disney World during the holiday season. You'll be able to redeem your PhotoPass+ voucher for your card & lanyard at M. Mouse Mercantile at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
I hope this information is helpful to you Jacqueline!
Thanks so much for visiting the Moms Panel with your great question. I hope to hear from you again soon!
Wishing you a simply Magical, holiday visit to the Walt Disney World Resort!
Kirsten