Check Kijiji and Craigslist for a used machine. Also, quilting forums, like APQS's have used machines for sale (all kinds/types) privately. I bought my first midarm, a Sweet 16 Sitdown privately, in Canada and got a pretty good deal, better than buying new in the US. Handi Quilter was very supportive direct from the factory as I had no dealer. APQS is also very supportive to work with, backing their machines and a pleasure to deal with. There is a good number of dealers in Canada for APQS too. I now own an APQS longarm and purchased thru a CDN dealer, so that's the extent of my experience. Good luck with your hunt!