I guess I'm not the only one that feels this way. I called Pentax Canada before I purchased my K100D back in June and asked if any rebates were available for Canadian consumers, she simply said not at this time. I was pissed and almost bought my camera from the US, having it shipped to a friend then to me to take advantage of the rebates and save $150. Again, another bad marketing movie by Pentax, especially around Christmas time.
Coming from a fellow Canadian where the loonie was worth $1.10 US last week still having to pay higher prices is pissing off consumers, WalMart at least is offering the US equivalent on dual priced products like cards, magzines, etc.
Here's an article I read yesterday that sums up why US pricing is generally better. Please don't take offense to the title:
CBC News: Reports from abroad: Neil Macdonald