The dirt is a danger more so than the slugs. Microbes and such in the soil can be a significant threat to agriculture.Customs will freak about the soil!
An acquaintance is an inspector for CFIA. Short version: for example, The level of cleaning required to import/export a second hand backhoe excavator requires something like a few hours to a few days of pressure washing. Various fungii, blights etc can rest in the books and crannies.
Agriculture biosecurity is a big concern just outside of the city limits.
Please reconsider bringing soil back from Europe.
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