So where in Canada are you? I'm in Montreal and have never seen anything labeled differently under a Canadian Brand, what have you seen?
I used Instant Ocean Reef Crystals for a long time and recently switched to Red Sea Salt, but don't like it as much and am switching back to IO on my next salt purchase.
Don't listen to CeeGee, never stop asking questions for any reason and, like everything else, getting your hands wet is the best way to learn. Have fun!
Will