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Shop and Ship to Canada
Shipping charges, Canada customs duties, Canadian taxes, and customs brokerage fees for Canadians shopping at U.S. online stores.
Canadian Consulates in U.S.
The Canadian embassy in Washington, DC, and Canadian consulates in the United States.
Abbreviations of Provinces in Canada - Postal Abbreviations Provinces
Official abbreviations of provinces and territories in Canada, and US state abbreviations
Postal Codes Canada
Use these locator tools to look up postal codes in Canada, zip codes in the United States, and postcodes in the United Kingdom.
Minimum Wage in Canada by Province
Minimum wage in Canada, by province
Apply for a Canadian Passport
Instructions on how to apply for a Canadian passport.
Canada Customs - Alcohol
Customs regulations for bringing alcohol into Canada.
Canada Customs Exemptions
Canada customs regulations for personal exemptions allowing returning Canadian residents to bring goods into Canada duty free.
Check Immigration Status
Many potential immigrants to Canada can now check the status of their Canadian immigration applications using the Client Application Status online service from Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
Alcohol Into Canada - Cdns
Customs regulations and duty-free allowances for returning canadian residents bringing alcohol into Canada.
Canadian Embassy India
The Canadian High Commission in New Delhi and Canadian consulates in India.
Income Tax Refunds
Check the status of your Canadian income tax refund.
Canadian Embassy Philippines
The Canadian embassy in Manila, Philippines.
Capital Cities of Canada - National Capital and Provinces Capital Cities
The capital cities of Canada - the national capital and capital cities of the provinces and territories of Canada
Cdn High Commission Trinidad
Contact information for the Canadian High Commission in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
Alcohol Into Canada - Visitors
Customs regulations and duty-free allowances for visitors bringing alcohol into Canada.
Canadian Embassies
Canadian embassies and consulates online - Web sites, street addresses and useful contact lists for travel, immigration and trade information.
Apply for a PR Card
How to apply for a Canadian Permanent Resident Card or renew your Canadian Permanent Resident Card.
Mailing Gifts to Canada
How to stay clear of duties and taxes when mailing gifts to Canada.
Become a Canadian Citizen
Step by step instructions on how to apply to become a Canadian citizen
Unclaimed Bank Balances
How to find and claim unclaimed bank balances from dormant accounts in Canada free of charge.
My Account Tax Service
My Account, a Canada Revenue Agency service, provides online access to your personal income tax information.
Crime Rates Canada 2006
The 2006 crime rate in Canada was the lowest in 25 years, mainly due to statistics for non-violent crime.
Legal Drinking Age in Canada
Legal Drinking Age in Canada - Definition of legal drinking age as determined by individual provinces and territories in Canada.
Canadian Income Tax Package
How to get a Canadian income tax package - online, by mail, by phone or in person.
Apply Online for EI Benefits
How to apply online for Canadian employment insurance.
GST
Goods and services tax in Canada or GST - definition of the goods and services tax or GST in Canada.
PST
Provincial sales tax in Canada or PST - definition of the provincial sales tax or PST in Canada.
Employment Insurance Benefits
Canadian Employment Insurance and types of unemployment benefits in Canada.
Canadian Government Surplus
Try Canadian government surplus sales for good deals on household and office furniture, office equipment, and even cars and boats.
Canada Customs - Tobacco
Customs regulations for bringing tobacco into Canada.
Apply for Canada OAS Pension
Simple step-by-step instructions on applying for your old age security pension in Canada
Reporting Money to Customs
Customs regulations for reporting money at the Canadian border, when you either enter or leave Canada.
Quebec Facts
Key facts about the province of Quebec, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Child Car Seats in Canada
Government regulations for child car seats and seat belts in Canada, including installation, tips and safety alerts.
Work Permits Canada
The basics on temporary work permits for foreign workers in Canada - which foreign workers in Canada need a temporary work permit and which do not, how to apply for a temporary work permit, and how they work.
High Commission Jamaica
Contact information for the Canadian High Commission in Kingston, Jamaica.
Canadian Embassy Ireland
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Dublin, Ireland.
High Commission Australia
Contact information for the Canadian High Commission in Canberra, Australia and Canadian Consulate General in Sydney, Australia.
Decriminalization of Marijuana in Canada
With reports in from two committees of parliament, the Canadian federal government is planning the decriminalization of marijuana.
Reading PDF Files
How to read PDF files.
RCMP Criminal Record Check
Simple step-by-step instructions on getting a certified criminal record check in Canada.
Explore Parks in Canada
Explore national parks and provincial parks in Canada.
Canadian Provinces - Key Facts
Fact sheets on the provinces and territories of Canada - geography, government and industry.
ID for Permanent Residents
Secure ID cards for Canadian permanent residents replace the old paper IMM 1000 document.
Marijuana Reform Bill
This bill to reform Canadian marijuana laws was introduced several times by Liberal governments in Canada, but never passed. The Conservative government elected in January 2006 does not plan to re-introduce the bill.
Canadian Forces Recruiting
The Canadian Forces are looking for thousands of recruits in nearly all careers.
Temporary Resident Visas
The basics on temporary resident visas for Canada - which visitors to Canada need a temporary resident visa, how to apply for one, and how they work.
Canadian Income Tax Basics
The basics you need to know to file your Canadian income taxes.
Tobacco Into Canada - Cdns
Customs regulations and duty-free allowances for returning Canadian residents bringing tobacco into Canada.
Battle of Dieppe
The Dieppe raid in World War II was a test for the full-scale invasion of western Europe, and it was a disaster for the Canadians.
Join the RCMP
Simple step-by-step instructions on joining Canada's Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the RCMP.
Employment Insurance Rules
Rules and filing claimants reports to receive Employment Insurance benefits when you're unemployed in Canada.
Permanent Resident Canada
Permanent resident - definition of permanent resident in Canada.
EI Applications
Applications for Canadian Employment Insurance benefits - how, where and when to apply for employment insurance in Canada.
Replace a Canadian Passport
Simple step-by-step instructions on replacing a lost or stolen Canadian passport
New Hundred Dollar Bill
The Bank of Canada has introduced a new Canadian $100 bill with high-tech security features and a design on the theme of exploration and innovation.
Travel Documents U.S. Entry
Travel documents required for Canadians to enter or transit the United States by air, land and sea.
Head of State Canada
Head of state - definition of the head of state in Canada.
HST
Harmonized Sales Tax in Canada or HST - definition of the harmonized sales tax or HST in Canada.
Crime Statistics for 2007
The national crime rate in Canada dropped in 2007 for the third consecutive year.
Canadian Embassy Japan
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy and Consulate in Japan.
File Your Taxes Online
Most Canadians can use NETFILE to file their income taxes online.
Prime Ministers of Canada
Prime Ministers of Canada and their terms of office since Confederation in 1867.
Gardening in Canada
Information on gardening zones, landscaping and horticulture resources for your Canadian garden.
RRSPs - A Canadian Tax Break
You have until the end of February to get a tax break on last years income taxes with contributions to your RRSPs in Canada.
Firsts for Women in Government
Ten historical firsts for Canadian women in government - from the first Canadian woman member of parliament to the first woman Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada.
Canadian Embassy Saudi Arabia
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Summer in Toronto, Ontario
Summer activities, Toronto directory, maps, online newspapers and weather forecast to plan your summer in Toronto, Ontario.
Social Insurance Number
When to use your Canadian Social Insurance Number and protecting your privacy in Canada.
RRSP Contribution Limit
How to find out your RRSP contribution limit for your income taxes in Canada.
Canadian Embassy Israel
Conact information for the Canadian Embassy in Israel.
Summer in Vancouver, BC
Summer activities, Vancouver directory, maps, online newspapers and weather forecast to plan your summer vacation in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Canadian Embassy Indonesia
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Kyoto Protocol and Canada
A change in government in Canada makes support of the Kyoto Protocol an issue.
Summer in Montreal, Quebec
Summer activities, Montreal directory, maps, online newspaper and weather forecast to plan your summer in Montreal, Quebec.
Cdn High Commission Malaysia
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
High Commission Bangladesh
Conact information for the Canadian High Commission in Bangladesh.
Ontario MPPs
Current members of the Ontario Legislative Assembly.
Members of Parliament
Current federal Members of Parliament in Canada.
Stephen Harper
Biography, professional and political background of Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada and Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.
Gun Registry in Canada
Soaring costs and administrative mismanagement, in concert with strong political, philosophical and emotional differences of opinion on gun control, have combined to make the gun registry a hot issue in Canada for years
Tobacco Into Canada - Visitors
Customs regulations and duty-free allowances for visitors bringing tobacco into Canada.
History of Capital Punishment
History of the death penalty in Canada and the gradual abolition of capital punishment in Canada.
Legal Smoking Age in Canada
Legal Smoking Age in Canada - Definition of legal minimum age to buy tobacco products as determined by individual provinces and territories in Canada.
Canadian Federal Government
Organization of the Canadian federal government, how it works and the services it provides.
MPP
Member of the provincial parliament- definition of member of the provincial parliament or MPP in Ontario, Canada.
opposition party
Opposition party - definition of opposition party in Canada.
Abolition Capital Punishment
Canadian murder rate stays low without capital punishment in Canada.
Canadian Embassy Russia
The Canadian Embassy in Moscow, Russia.
Age of Consent Canada
Age of consent in Canada - Definition of the age of consent for sexual activity in Canada.
Canadian Embassy in Sweden
Contact information for the Canadian embassy in Stockholm, Sweden.
Status Citizenship App.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada has an online service that lets you check the status of your application for Canadian citizenship online.
Canadian Embassy China
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy and Consulates in the People's Republic of China.
Ice Storm in 1998
The ice storm of 1998 directly affected more people than any other previous weather event in Canadian history.
Main Estimates
Main estimates or blue book - definition of the main estimates or blue book of the federal government of Canada.
High Commission Pakistan
Contact information for the Canadian High Commission in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Life and Death Statistics 2003
An overview of statistics on life expectancy, Canadian death statistics and causes of death in Canada in 2003.
leader official opposition
Leader official opposition - definition of leader of the official opposition in Canada.
Prime Minister of Canada
Learn about the role of the Prime Minister of Canada, the current Prime Minister of Canada and Canadian prime ministers in history.
Crown Corporations
List of parent federal Crown corporations in Canada.
Permanent Resident Card
Permanent resident card - definition of permanent resident card in Canada.
Canadian Embassy Spain
The Canadian embassy in Madrid, Spain.
Canadian Embassy Greece
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Athens, Greece.
Cdn High Commission in UK
Contact information for the Canadian High Commission in the United Kingdom.
Ontario Electoral Districts
Provincial electoral districts in Ontario, Canada.
The National Flag of Canada
It wasn't until 1965 that Canada had its own national flag. Learn more about the history and etiquette of flags in Canada.
Alcohol Into Canada - Settlers
Customs regulations and duty-free allowances for bringing alcohol into Canada when you are moving to settle in Canada.
Canadian Cities in the Summer
Summer in Canadian cities - summer activities, city guides, city maps, online newspapers, and local weather forecasts to help you plan your summer vacation.
Summer in Ottawa, Ontario
Summer activities, Ottawa directory, maps, online newspapers and weather forecast to plan your summer in Ottawa, Ontario.
Study Permits for Canada
The basics on study permits for Canada - who needs a study permit to study in Canada, how to apply for one, and how they work.
Origin Name Canada
The name Canada was first used by Jacques Cartier in 1535. It wasn't the only name considered by the Fathers of Confederation in 1867 though.
Cdn Embassy Ukraine
The Canadian embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Canadian Embassy Thailand
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand.
Medical Marijuana Regulations
Canadian federal government regulations give access to medical marijuana for the seriously ill.
Canadian citizen
Canadian citizen - definition of a Canadian citizen.
Impaired Driving Laws
New laws making it easier for police to investigate impaired driving and for prosecutors to prosecute impaired drivers take effect in Canada in July 2008.
Newfoundland Facts
Key facts about the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Introduction to Parliament
Learn the basics about the Parliament of Canada, the legislative branch of the Canadian federal government.
Role of Canadian MPs
The role and responsibilities of Canadian members of parliament.
Save to Beat the Devil - Canadian World War II Poster
A cartoon image of Hitler as the Devil is used on this Canadian World War II poster to sell Victory Bonds.
Write to the Prime Minister
Contact information to write, phone or fax Stephen Harper, the Prime Minister of Canada.
Prince Edward Island Facts
Key facts about the province of Prince Edward Island, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Life and Death Statistics 2002
A quick overview of statistics on life expectancy, deaths and causes of death in Canada in 2002.
Alberta Facts
Key facts about the province of Alberta, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Quick Access Tax Information
This Canada Revenue Agency service provides you with fast and easy access to your basic Canadian personal income tax and benefit account information.
Age of Majority in Canada
Age of Majority - Definition of age of majority as determined by individual provinces and territories in Canada.
Change Postal Address Online
When you move, you can change your Canadian mailing address online using a Web tool from Canada Post.
Privacy Law
An overview of the laws covering the privacy of personal information in Canada.
Cairine Wilson
Biography of Cairine Wilson, the first woman appointed to the Canadian Senate.
Summer in St. John's
Summer activities, St. John's directory, map, online newspaper and weather forecast to plan your summer in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Summer in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Summer activities, Halifax directory, maps, online newspaper and weather forecast to plan your summer in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The Battle of Vimy Ridge
The Battle of Vimy Ridge in World War I was the first time Canadians fought as a national unit.
deportation
Deportation - definition of deportation from Canada Under immigration laws.
Canada Car Scrapping Program
The Canadian federal government is putting $92 million towards a national car scrapping program to get older model personal vehicles off the road and reduce air pollution.
Canadian Embassy Germany
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy and Consulates in Germany.
William Lyon Mackenzie King
Profile of Willian Lyon Mackenzie King, Prime Minister of Canada - biography, accomplishments and political career.
Canadian Embassy Brazil
Conact information for the Canadian Embassy in Brasilia, Brazil and the Canadian Consulates in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janiero, Brazil.
Manitoba Facts
Key facts about the province of Manitoba, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Children and Divorce in Canada
A new Canadian justice strategy focuses on the children in divorce and separation.
Canadian Premiers
Index to present and past Canadian premiers of the provinces and territories of Canada.
Role of Prime Minister
Role and responsibilities of the Prime Minister of Canada.
Summer in Quebec City
Summer activities, Quebec City directory, maps, online newspaper and weather forecast to plan your summer in Quebec City, Quebec.
Canadian Embassy Romania
Contact information for the Canadian Embassy in Bucharest, Romania.
Canadian Embassy Italy
Contact information for the Canadian embassy in Rome, Italy.
Atlas of Canada
Find maps of Canada and information on Canadian geography in the online Atlas of Canada.
Canada Day Checklist
Things you need to know to celebrate Canada Day, marking the birthday of Canadian Confederation.
cabinet minister
Cabinet minister - definition of cabinet minister in Canadian government.
Canadian Confederation - Dates of Entry of Provinces and Territories of Canada
Dates of entry into Canadian Confederation of provinces and territories of Canada
Summer in Winnipeg
Summer activities, Winnipeg directory, maps, online newspaper and weather forecast to plan your summer in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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