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What are the import rules/taxes for importing things into Canada from the U.S?

Hey. So I really really want to buy this dvd online from amazon.com that I can't find in my town and there was a bunch of things on the website talking about import fees and taxes and such and stuff like that. So what would I have to do to order something from the U.S if I live in Canada? And what are the import regulations and fees in Canada? If anyone knows I would really appreciate to know all this imformation, thanks!

The amount of duty or taxes you may owe on an item depends upon the following:
- the item’s value in Canadian dollars;
- whether or not the item is a gift; and
- any exemptions specified in related legislation.

Under the provisions of the Postal Imports Remission Order, if someone mails you an item worth $20 (Canadian) or less, you don’t have to pay duty or taxes on the item. If the item is worth more than $20 (Canadian), you must pay the applicable duty, the GST or HST, and any PST on the item’s full value. This includes purchasing items through Amazon.com.

For an item to qualify as a "gift", a friend or relative must send it to you personally and include a card or other notice indicating that it is a gift. If you receive an imported gift by mail that is worth $60 (Canadian) or less, you will not have to pay duty or tax on it. If the gift is worth more than $60 (Canadian), you will have to pay any applicable duty and taxes on any amount over $60 (Canadian).

When items are imported into Canada by mail, Canada Post charges the recipient either a $5 handling fee for collecting duty and taxes on behalf of the Canadian Border Service Agency, or an $8 handling fee if the item was sent by Priority Courier. If a mail item is duty free and tax exempt, neither fee is charged.

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