Don't go cheap
When it comes to taping and masking your canopy, don't go cheap. ONLY use 3M fine line tape from an auto supply paint store. The adhesive on the Fine Line is formulated to deal with the chemicals in the paint. This also goes for the paper used for covering. Use the good stuff from the auto paint store.
The stuff you don't want to use, electrical tape, painters tape from the home stores, regular masking tape, news paper, home store masking paper etc.
Electrical tape is fine for filling and prep work, but don't use it for painting purposes.
Sure you are going to spend $50-60 on tape and supplies but you won't be replacing your canopy.