Can I bring snacks on a plane to Canada?

Travellers coming into Canada can carry food with them for their own personal use, provided the food is imported within the specified personal exemption limits of the Safe Food for Canadian Regulations and there are no restrictions in place under other federal legislation, such as the Health of Animals Act or the Plant ...



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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Travellers coming into Canada can carry food with them for their own personal use, provided the food is imported within the specified personal exemption limits of the Safe Food for Canadian Regulations and there are no restrictions in place under other federal legislation, such as the Health of Animals Act or the Plant ...

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You can bring most snacks on the plane. Liquids, including dips and spreads, are limited to 3.4 ounces. Breast milk and baby food get a special exception.

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Restricted and Prohibited Items
  • Batteries and Personal Electronic Devices. ...
  • Battery-powered vehicles and devices. ...
  • Camping Equipment. ...
  • Curling Irons and Lighters. ...
  • Dry Ice, Brine or Gel / Ice Packs. ...
  • Liquids and Gels (including aerosols, toiletries and alcoholic beverages) ...
  • MREs (Meals, Ready-to-eat) ...
  • Oxygen for Medical Purposes.


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We recommend that you keep receipts and original packaging of agricultural products as proof of the country of origin. Some foods are generally admissible if they are unopened and commercially packed. Many prepared foods that are unopened and commercially labeled are admissible (excluding meats and meat products).

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Non-liquid, non-gelatinous candies like chocolate bars, gummy bears, and hard candies are typically permitted on domestic flights and international flights departing from the USA.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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