Having had many Euros and USA Spectors - (the Euro's are incredible btw)..I would say you would get along well with any of the Import models - they would be of similar QC and hardware/woods.
Getting into the Canadian models would be like getting into the USA NS2 highest optioned out Spector's - in comparison to the Euro's.
Always good to get your feet wet on a $3K bass than a $7K bass IMO...
I'm waiting for an import Super J (coming from a Spector)