Federal budget changes announced on Mar. 29 will see duty free limits rise for cross border travellers.
The change, announced by Minister Flaherty is meant to reduce border congestion during peak periods, and thereby help improve tourism visits to Canada over the long term.
Under the government announced changes, the new Canadian duty free customs allowances for travellers will be $200 for trips after 24 hours and $800 after 48 hours. These changes will be effective on June 1.
The previous two-tiered allowance system had created confusion amongst the travelling public, and was a factor in traffic congestion at our borders.