General Information

Canadian Currency Exchange
The money system in Canada is based on dollars and cents. Visitors are urged to exchange their funds to Canadian dollars at a bank, or a foreign currency exchange outlet where they will receive the prevailing rate of exchange and will avoid exchange problems.

Firearms
Revolvers, Pistols, Fully Automatic Firearms and Other Weapons are prohibited entry into Canada. All firearms including hunting rifles, shotguns, and personal protection devices (eg: stun guns, mace and pepper spray) must be declared.

Postal Requirements
Canadian postage stamps MUST be used on all mail posted in Canada.

Litter Laws
When traveling in BC, you should be aware of the Litter Act. A person who contravenes the Litter Act or the regulations and commits an offense is liable to conviction to the penalties set out in the Act. In other words, don't throw your garbage onto the road, put it in a garbage can.

Customs
For further information regarding customs regulations contact Revenue Canada, Customs and Excise at 1-800-461-9999 or (604) 666-6031.