Join the FDFA!
If you are currently selling products within the Canadian Duty Free channel you are eligible to become a supplier member of the FDFA. Once your application is received, the FDFA will verify the information provided before submitting for approval by the FDFA Board of Directors.
To qualify for membership you must already be selling products/services to more than one duty free shop in Canada. Additional information is available under Resources.
Building a Foundation of Excellence in the Canadian Duty Free Industry
The Frontier Duty Free Association membership is at the forefront of all our decisions and goals. Our trade association represents 100 duty free owners/operators, supplier and associate members. At the FDFA, our goal is to connect and communicate our various member groups so that a true synergy continuously exists amongst our industry leaders.
FDFA is committed to representing our membership by maintaining high profile relationships and dialogue with government officials, developing national advocacy campaigns, fostering relationships with strategic industry stakeholder partners, hosting the annual duty free convention and other social events that celebrate our unique industry, providing timely news that is relevant, and continuously providing programs and services to increase our members professional expertise.
Member Benefits
As a member of the FDFA, you gain access to:
- Industry representation and advocacy at the federal level
- Regular updates on policy developments and regulatory changes
- Access to exclusive industry research and insights
- Participation in conferences, events, and brand promotion opportunities
- A network of experienced peers and partners committed to industry excellence
Through strong leadership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality, the FDFA helps ensure Canada's land border duty free shops remain vibrant, innovative, and competitive.
Key Activities and Services
The FDFA provides a wide range of services and initiatives designed to support and promote the duty free industry:
- Government Relations: Active engagement with policymakers to address legal, regulatory, and policy issues impacting the duty free sector.
- Annual Convention and Trade Show: Our flagship event brings together retailers, suppliers, and stakeholders for networking, education, and business development.
- Member Communications: Regular updates, bulletins, and resources to keep members informed of industry trends and developments.
- Federal Liaison: Serving as a key link between our members and the Government of Canada’s Duty Free Shop Program.
- Media and Public Relations: Monitoring news and managing media outreach to promote and protect the industry’s image.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with suppliers, tourism agencies, and retail partners to tackle common challenges and explore new opportunities.
- Digital Platforms: Managing two websites—one for consumers and a secure members-only portal offering exclusive resources and updates.
- Social Media: Social media activities have been a huge success in increasing member communication and developing relationships with suppliers.
Let’s Get Social!
Engaging on social media helps strengthen our entire industry. Be sure to follow and tag us:
- Facebook: @DutyFreeCanada | @FrontierDutyFreeAssociation
- Twitter (X): @DutyFreeCanada | @FDFAinsider
- LinkedIn: @FrontierDutyFreeAssociation
- Instagram: @FrontierDutyFree
- TikTok: @dutyfreecanada
Our Members – Your Industry Voice
The Frontier Duty Free Association was established 40 years ago with the vision to act as the voice of the Canadian Land Border Duty Free Industry. Our founding pioneers were forward thinking leaders, who recognized that the future success of the duty free industry was to create a collaborative voice of duty free store owners that would allow the industry to grow expeditiously. It is that same thinking that still prevails amongst today’s Canadian duty free leadership team.