North America

Canada

Vast nature and friendly people
Capital:
Ottawa

Language

English & French

Socket

Type A & B

Currency

Canadian dollar (CAD)

Best time to travel

May-September

Canada impresses with its pristine nature, friendly people and multicultural society. The world's second-largest country offers endless adventures in spectacular landscapes.

Attractions

Toronto attracts with the CN Tower and nearby Niagara Falls. Vancouver offers a perfect mix of city and nature with Stanley Park and nearby mountains.

Montreal enchants with European flair and French culture. The Rocky Mountains in Alberta are paradise for outdoor fans. Banff and Jasper National Parks show Canada at its most beautiful. Quebec City is like a time travel to colonial France.

Tipping

Restaurants: 15-20% are standard. Bars: 15-18% or $1-2 per drink. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotels: $2-5 CAD per day. Hairdresser: 15-20%. The tipping system is similar to the US but slightly less strict.

Traffic Rules

Highways: 100-120 km/h
Country roads: 80-90 km/h
Urban areas: 50 km/h
School zones: 30 km/h

Special features: Right turn on red is allowed (except in Quebec). School buses have absolute priority. Alcohol limit: 0.8 per thousand, but provinces can be stricter.

Currency & Payment

Canada uses the Canadian Dollar (CAD). Card payment is accepted everywhere and preferred. Interac (Canadian debit system) is very widespread. Contactless payment is standard. Cash is still used but increasingly rare.

Eh! Canadians are very polite - even when paying. Contactless payment is much appreciated.

Important Phone Numbers

Emergency: 911
Police (non-urgent): local area code + 310-1234
CAA Roadside assistance: 1-800-CAA-HELP
Health Link: 811 (health advice)

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