Originally Posted by JMR40
I don't know about Canadian prices, but these 3 are my top picks on a budget, around $200 in the states. In order of preference.

http://swfa.com/Burris-3-9x40-Fullfield-II-Rifle-Scope-P7932.aspx
http://swfa.com/Leupold-3-9x40-VX-1-Riflescope-P51827.aspx
http://swfa.com/Redfield-3-9x40-Revolution-Rifle-Scope-P44468.aspx

The VX-2 is about $100 more here and worth the difference to me. But I'd not feel handicapped hunting with any of the above.

Edited to add, There aren't any scopes less expensive that I would feel comfortable recommending.
One of my buds has the Redfield and is very pleased with it.