I received this same advice from a friend who tried it and got caught! Thanks for the advice because I am the type who sometimes "questions" stupid rules and might be tempted to break them. Not in this case however...I will follow the rules!
ParkCountry wrote:
I totally understand your feelings on having a weapon on-board but do NOT, under ANY circumstances, try to bring it over the border into Canada! Each time I cross the border, I really get the 3rd degree from Canadian Customs officers. They will ask you the same thing, over and over again, only phrased just a bit different each time to throw you off in an attempt to get at the truth. I've often wondered if it's a consequence of having Idaho license plates.
You are driving to Alaska to enjoy yourselves, NOT to be sitting in a jail cell wondering how the Canadian legal system will treat you, just because you wanted a little "protection". Ain't worth it, my friend. Just some friendly advice.