Divorced parents with shared custody rights should carry legal documents establishing their status. Unaccompanied children should carry a letter of permission from their parents or a legal guardian. Any alcohol in excess of these amounts will be subject to duty, provincial fees and taxes, except in the Northwest Territories where it is illegal to bring in more alcohol than specified above. Most Canadian provinces limit alcohol possession to persons 19 years of age or older. Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec allow possession by 18 year olds.
Any additional quantities are subject to duties and provincial fees and taxes.
Some provinces may also limit the total amount of tobacco that can be brought into their jurisdiction. Drugs for medical use You may expect few or no problems bringing legal drugs into Canada for your own use. Prescription drugs should be clearly identified and should be carried in the original packaging with a label that specifies both what they are and that they are being used under prescription. It is also a good idea to bring a copy of your prescription and a contact number for your doctor. Diabetics and others who have to bring syringes with them should also carry some evidence of their need for using these.