Restricted and prohibited goods
From: Canada Border Services Agency
To avoid the possibility of penalties, including fines, seizure or prosecution, make sure you have the information you need before attempting to import items into Canada.
Refer to COVID-19: Travel, testing and borders for details.
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Firearms and weapons
What is non-restricted, restricted and prohibited and how to import and declare weapons.
Food, plants and animals
Declare all food, plants, animals and related products. Avoid bringing diseases and invasive species to Canada.
Explosives, fireworks and ammunition
Apply online for import, export and in-transit permits issued by NRCan.
Cannabis
Transporting cannabis across the border in any form without a permit is a serious criminal offense.
Consumer products
Be aware of safety requirements in Canada and how some imported goods may pose a danger to the public.
Importing pesticides for personal use in Canada
Be aware of restrictions on importing pesticides in Canada, whether in your luggage or shipped from abroad.
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