John and Joey: You are using twisted logic. Why would you pick liquor to make a price comparison? Liqour in Canada is heavily taxed. This helps pay for our medical care. You state that you cannot come to Canada and vacation like a King. Why not. Thousands are flocking to BC hotels as we speak. If your problem is the price of liquor your priorities need to be addressed.
To those who are kicking their behinds that they did not sock away a bunch of USD: If you have a USA bank account and now are converting that back to CND: The increase in value is subject to Capital Gains. The Tax Man Taketh!
Moisheh