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Stroller Safety Standards Canada
To legally carry a U.S. bought stroller in Canada?
I have found a stroller / carseat combo in the United States that I really like a good price that is not available in Canada. I want to buy it. How can I make it across the border and prove it meets safety requirements?
Cross border shopping may be cheap and convenient, but when it comes to buying a child car seat or booster seat for use in Norway, Transport Canada warns consumers that it is illegal. Transport Canada receives a significant increase in the number of inquiries from parents and caregivers who have either purchased a seat, or are considering buying a seat outside Canada. The department has also seen a increase in the number of reports from Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers and from certified child passenger safety technicians that seats purchased in other countries are privately imported into Canada and shows up at car seat clinics across Canada. Transport Canada is concerned that parents and caregivers can not know that it is illegal to import and use in Canada a seat that did not comply with Canadian standards. Many consumers are looking south of the border, and in other countries for the best buy without knowing all the facts. Child seats and booster seats sold in the U.S. and other countries do not meet Canadian federal regulations and the provincial and territorial legislation, is illegal to use in Canada. Child or booster seats purchased outside Canada, including those purchased online from non-Canadian suppliers, failure to comply with Canada's Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions Safety Regulations (RSSR) and current Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS), and thus does not carry the National Safety Mark. Each country has its respective child seat standards. Canadian regulations are stricter, and different from the other countries. For example, U.S. certified booster seats allow for a lower weight limit than Canadian standards. The use of non-compliant child seats may not only jeopardize children's security and pose a serious danger to the public, but it can also lead to repercussions such as: Confiscation of the seat on the border or after it has been In canada; Fines and / or DeMerit point penalties; Reduced or voided insurance for injury or death, and possible criminal charges and / or civil litigation. Additionally, if the seat is purchased outside of Canada and a recall notice is given, the parent or caregiver to not be informed about the recall or have recourse against the manufacturer. In summary, when buying a child seat for use in Canada, parents and caregivers should look for the National Safety Mark label attached to the seat, which indicates that the seat complies with Canadian regulations and standards, and is therefore legal for use in Canada. When shopping online for a highchair, make sure that the supplier offers a seat that is certified to Canadian standards and carries National Safety Mark. National Safety Mark Transport Canada takes this opportunity to remind parents and caregivers to always use a child seat suitable for child development, weight and height, and to ensure that child seats are used and properly installed in the vehicle in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For more information about child seats and children passenger safety, visit Transport Canada's Child Safety website at www.tc.gc.ca / road safety / child safety / menu.htm or call Transport Canada Road Safety Information Center at 1-800-333-0371 (free in Canada). Transport Canada: 1-800-333-0371 Release Date: November 8, 2007
Bill C-6: Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (Health Canada)
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Baby Jogger Car Seat Adaptor List Price: $59.95 Sale Price: $51.99  |
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The Baby Jogger Car Seat Adapter is designed to allow you to transport baby from car to stroller while baby remains in the infant car seat. It fits several popular car seat brands and models. Car Seat Compatibility: ? Baby Jogger Mini Single (holds infants up to 20 lbs and under 20" tall) ? Baby Jogger Elite Single (holds infants up to 20 lbs and under 20" tall) ? Baby Jogger Classic Single (holds infants up to 20 lbs and under 20" tall) ? Peg Perego Primo Viaggio ? Britax Companion ? Maxi Cosi ? Most Graco Car Seat Models ? Most Evenflo Car Seat Models |
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Snoozer Buddy Bike Basket, Grey and Black List Price: $69.95 Sale Price: $49.47 Used From: $50.56 |
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Snoozer Bicycle Pet Basket Is your bicycle built for two? This adorable SnoozerTM bike basket has everything you need to tote your little Toto in style and comfort. Features: · Provides a safe way to contain your dog while biking · Secures to handlebars with strong, nylon and Velcro straps · Rain cover with head opening · Handy mesh bottle holder for water on the go · Large front pocket stores treats and essentials · Equipped with an adjustable strap with safety hook that attaches to the back of your dogs harness (harness not included)... |