RE: Canada
There's also Jet Hobbies in Richmond, Race Tech(Mostly cars) in Coquitlam and a place out in Abbotsford(?).. name escapes me right now... Also, if you have a mailing address in Canada you can get stuff sent to, check out Great Hobbies (greathobbies.com).
There is a pattern contest in Sechelt on September 11th and 12. It's just a ferry ride from Vancouver. Several of our club members(wcrcaf.com) will probably be there...if you're interested, there are a few other clubs in the area as well... (rcfcbc.com)