CG,
If you are planning a trip up the AlCan I suggest you get the latest copy of "The Mile Post". It is a map book for the AlCan that gives you "stops" (gas stations, eateries, hotels, scenic views, photo ops, etc) along the entire Hwy. (i.e. 675.8 Photo Op of Frozen American Southerner, 1549.3 Scenic View of Big Cold Fastrunning River Valley). Don't go up the AlCan with out one!
As for handguns... If I remember right they are a big No No.. as is handgun ammo. It gives you a overview of Canadian Regs in The Mile Post. However, you should also call the Government Entity that regulates that and get a copy of their booklet on Firearms that are allowed. They have three (last time I came down the AlCan) classes - Prohibited, Restricted, Allowed. The booklet explains each catagory and also lists firearm makes attached to Prohibited & Restricted catagories.
I would also bring that booklet with you when you trave in Canada. It came in extreamly hand when I crossed. The Border Guard told me that 10 round magizines for my rifle were Prohibited. I had to pull out the book and explain that they were not listed in there, and that had they been I wouldn't have brought them. He let me slide.
[This message has been edited by David Schmidbauer (edited January 02, 2000).]