Picture choosen by: Mr.David Birch Shopping in Canada Canadian craftware such as art woodcarvings, pottery, cottons and native artifacts are available for purchase. Some countries may have restrictions against the import of endangered animal species products, like polar bear, seal, walrus etc. visitors should check the entry regulations in their home country before departure.

A 5% goods and service tax (GST) is imposed on most goods and services in Canada. Most provinces, except Alberta, Northwest Territories and Yukon, impose a provincial service tax (PST) of 5 to 7% in shops, restaurants and short-term accommodation. In the provinces of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and New Brunswich, a 13% harmonized sales tax (HST) has replaced the GST and PST.