I know this thread is a few months old but had a question. I have someone that contacted me and was interested in a few snakes. I did the research and determined that a CITES permit is required to import snakes into Canada. However I was considering driving the snake up their myself. I was wondering if CITES was still needed. Also what is the cost of the permit. I know it said on the thread $1000 but that was for shipping also. I just want to drive up there. Any ideas?