Feds consider allowing duty-free purchases on arrival

[Bulldog]

By THE CANADIAN PRESS

OTTAWA - The federal government is considering the idea of allowing people to buy duty-free goods as they arrive home from abroad.

Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says he's been told such a change would create jobs and make Canadian airports more competitive.

Currently, travellers can buy duty-free goods - alcohol, tobacco, perfumes and the like - only on departure.
 

Supporters of the idea say it would generate new sales for Canadian businesses, especially with tens of thousands of visitors expected at the Vancouver Olympics next year.

Duty-free limits would still apply - up to $750 worth of goods after a minimum seven-day absence.

Several dozen countries have such systems in place already.

Flaherty says he wants to hear from Canadians on the subject and anyone interested in commenting can write to the department

"We would like to hear from those who have views on such an initiative and its likely effects."

http://travel.canoe.ca/Travel/News/2009/03/06/8658321-cp.html

[Gambitt]

I like the idea.    

[travelchick]

I saw this article in the paper.  My dh and I think it's a great idea.   

[Bulldog]

I think if we had a poll it would be unanimous