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VISITOR INFORMATION 138 WHAT CAN YOU BRING? BORDER REGULATIONS for Visitors to Canada ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Visitors to Canada who meet the legal age of the province or territory where they enter may import 40 oz (1.14 L) of liquor, 53 oz (1.5 L) of wine or 288 oz (24-12 oz cans) of beer or ale. In Manitoba, the legal age is 18. All provinces except Nunavut and the Northwest Territories allow visitors to import quantities above the duty-free allowance, up to certain limits. Provincial and federal taxes must be paid on the surplus; however, the cost is high. TOBACCO PRODUCTS Visitors 18 years of age or over may import 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 200 g (7 oz) of manufactured tobacco and 200 tobacco sticks duty-free. Quantities above the duty-free allowance are subject to federal and sometimes provincial taxes and the cost to import them is high. Any shipment of more than six cartons of cigarettes must also meet Canadian marking regulations. FOOD Visitors may import food for their own use without duty payment, provided the quantity is consistent with the duration and nature of the stay in Canada. Larger quantities that are not intended for consumption, but will be moved in transit through Canada, may be documented on a temporary admission permit. Certain fruits, vegetables and meat from countries other than the U.S. may be prohibited. All importations of meat over 20 kg (44 lb) must be inspected by the Canadian Food & Inspection Agency. GASOLINE AND FUEL Visitors are allowed free entry of fuel up to the normal tank capacity of their vehicles. Quantities above that amount may be subject to duty and taxes. DOGS AND CATS Dogs and cats from the United States must be accompanied by a certificate signed and dated by a veterinarian stating that the animal has been vaccinated against rabies within the last three years. The certificate must provide sufficient description to identify the animal. Animal tags are NOT acceptable in lieu of a certificate. Puppies and kittens less than three months old do not require rabies vaccinations but must be in good health. Pets imported from countries other than the United States may require quarantine. FIREARMS AND ALL OTHER WEAPONS All weapons—including firearms, mace, tear gas, and pepper spray— must be declared to customs upon arrival. Under Canadian law, visitors are not allowed to import firearms and defensive sprays for personal protection. Visitors who are at least 18 years old may import ordinary rifles and shotguns for hunting, sporting use, competition, movement in transit or for protection against wildlife in remote areas (excluding National Parks). The importation is allowed, provided the officer is satisfied with the circumstances of the importation. Restricted firearms include: • most handguns; • semi-automatic rifles and shotguns that are capable of discharging centre-fire ammunition, have barrels between 105 mm (4.14 inches) and 470 mm (18.5 inches) long, and are not otherwise prohibited; • firearms designed or adapted to be fired when reduced to a length of less than 660 mm (26 inches) by folding, telescoping or other means; and • firearms restricted by regulations. Prohibited firearms include: • handguns with barrels less than or equal to 105 mm (4.14 inches) long; • handguns designed or adapted to discharge a 25- or 32-calibre cartridge; • firearms adapted from rifles or shotguns by sawing, cutting or any other alteration, that, when adapted in this way, are less than 660 mm (26 inches) long or have a barrel that is less than 457 mm (18.5 inches) long; • automatic firearms, whether or not altered to fire in the manner of a semi-automatic firearm; and • firearms prohibited by regulations. If you are unsure if your gun is admissible, please visit the Canadian Firearms Centre's website: www.cfc.gc.ca/visitors CAMPING OR FISHING You can bring camping gear, recreational equipment and supplies with you to Canada provided all items are clean and free of pests and soil. However, you cannot bring firewood or live bait into the country without a permit. RADAR DETECTION DEVICES RADAR DETECTORS ARE ILLEGAL IN MANITOBA. No person shall drive a motor vehicle that is equipped, or equip a motor vehicle, with a device for detecting radar speed; or have possession of a device for detecting radar speed determination equipment in a motor vehicle; or permit a motor vehicle of which he is the registered owner to become or to remain equipped with a device for detecting radar speed testing equipment. If you have any questions or concerns about crossing the border, call CBSA's Border Information Services line at 1-800-461-9999 or outside Canada at 1-204-983-9500 or visit www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca.