Key dates Firearm rules Taxes Key dates Caribou: August 1 to October 31 Black bear: August 25 to September 30 Small game: August 25 to September 30 Fishing: June 1 to September 7 Firearm rules Non-residents entering Canada with a firearm must fill out a firearm declaration form. A charge of CDN$50 is applicable. For information, go to Canada Firearms Centre, or call 1–800–731–4000. Also, to facilitate customs clearance, we recommend that you bring your passport or birth certificate, or a proof of citizenship (with photograph). Taxes In Canada, combined provincial and federal taxes amount to 15%. Non-residents receive a federal tax refund. To obtain a refund, you must fill out the declaration form handed to you at customs.