I have found an LQS that charges reasonably when I factor in shipping, handling and sometimes customs. I say sometimes because it isn't always charged and I'm trying to find out which is correct. We were told for many years that the costs were different because of the US/Can dollar rates, but we've been at near par for so long it shouldn't be a factor. We had a big backlash about magazines here and retailers smartened up, but to be fair to them, they are often charged more per yard than the retail price at American discount stores. When you Americans complain about $7 a yard fabric, I'm really envious!