Jerrycans

Jerrycans in Canada: prices and fuel safety rules

Updated 4 November 2026

A 20 L (5.3 US gallon) jerrycan costs roughly CA$25 to CA$290 in Canada now, depending on the metal, the brand and whether it meets the Canadian standard for safety cans. For the exact model and the price in your city, the quickest way is a request on BlaBlaPrice, where registered sellers reply with their own offers.

Rules for carrying fuel

The Canadian standard for metallic and nonmetallic safety cans covers cans with a maximum capacity of 5.3 US gallons (20 L), so check the capacity on the label before you buy. Transport Canada's dangerous goods rules allow an individual to carry up to six jerrycans under an exemption, which matters if you fill up across the border. Keep cans upright, away from living space and out of the car cabin.

Winter and when people buy

Winter runs from December to February across Canada, and that is when most people need fuel for generators, snowblowers and winter trips. Buying in November means the can is ready before the cold months, and you can compare prices now rather than in a rush. Summer, from June to August, brings the other peak for lawn and garden machines.

How it is sold and delivered

Sellers quote the size in US gallons (5.3 gal) and in litres (20 L), so compare both before you pay. The prices above are per can. Ask whether an offer includes tax and delivery, because delivery to Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary or Ottawa can cost a different amount, and give your city in the request to get the right figure.

What to put in your request

Say the size (20 L, 5 L or 5.3 US gallons), the material (steel, stainless steel or plastic), the purpose (petrol, diesel or water), whether you need a spout or a pump, and whether the can must meet the Canadian safety-can standard. Add your city, your budget in CA$ and how many cans you need. BlaBlaPrice's AI asks about anything missing before it looks for prices.

Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice receive your request and reply in the chat with their own offer, price, terms and delivery. Your contacts stay hidden, and you decide with whom to exchange them, so there are no calls from everyone. The request is free; to see related items, browse car accessories or start a request on the home page.