So looks like v40 won't be coming to Canada. Maybe you can still buy direct full price from LG. But you won't be able to get subsidised versions at Bell, Rogers, etc. What a shame this is.
https://mobilesyrup.com/2018/10/03/lg-v40-thinq-not-coming-to-canada/
https://mobilesyrup.com/2018/10/03/lg-v40-thinq-not-coming-to-canada/