I've never seen a DM paid in cash in Canada, ever. Heard about it once...
I "worked" with a very good shop in Vancouver. Never paid for air, or inspections, or maintenance of my gear. Always got deals on stuff I wanted to buy. I only worked with instructors who weren't prima donas. In short, it worked for me.

I "worked" with a very good shop in Vancouver. Never paid for air, or inspections, or maintenance of my gear. Always got deals on stuff I wanted to buy. I only worked with instructors who weren't prima donas. In short, it worked for me.