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Getting around Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 29 Oct 2009 10:36:19

Getting Around by AirDestinations throughout Canada are served by Air Canada (website: www.aircanada.com), with main hubs at Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. It operates mostly on longer routes. Shorter, regional feeder routes are served by partner airline Air Canada Jazz.Calgary-based low-cos...

Canada Overview

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:01:11

Canada is the largest country in North America and also the second largest country in the world! It spans six time zones and borders three oceans. It is renowned for its enormous untouched landscape and unique culture. Canada is a major tourist attraction and also one of the worlds wealthiest cou...

Key Facts of Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:59

Location: North AmericaArea: 9,017,699 sq km (3,481,753 sq miles).Population: 31.6 million (official census 2006).Population Density: 3.5 per sq kmCapital: Ottawa. Population: 1.2 million (2006 including Gatineau).Government: Constitutional monarchy. Language: Bilingual: English and Fre...

Money, Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:47

Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD; symbol C$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of C$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of C$2 and 1, and 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsMajor credit cards are widely accepted. Travelers ChequesTo avoid additional exc...

Duty Free in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:33

The following goods may be imported into Canada by non-residents without incurring customs duty: 200 cigarettes and 50 cigars or cigarillos and 200g of loose tobacco and 200 tobacco sticks per person over 18 years of age. 1.5l bottle of wine or 1.14l bottle of liquor or 24 bottles or can...

Public Holiday in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:24

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2009-December 2010 period.2009 1 Jan New Year"s Day. 10-13 Apr Easter. 18 May Victoria Day. 1 Jul Canada Day. 7 Sep Labour Day. 12 Oct Thanksgiving Day. 11 Nov Remembrance Day. 25-26 Dec Christmas.2010 1 Jan New Year"s ...

Stay Safe & Healthy in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:13

SafetySafety in Canada isnt usually a problem even though major urban areas are experiencing higher than average rates, these rates are still extremely low as compared to similar sized urban areas in the United States and the rest of the world.PolicingCanadas police are hardworking, trus...

Accommodation in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 10:00:02

HotelsInternational hotel chains are represented in major cities, but advance booking is essential. Guest houses, bed & breakfast establishments and self-catering lodges are available throughout the country. <font color=blue>Grading</font>: There is no national system of accommodation grading....

Food & Drink in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:59:23

Canadian cuisine covers a wide variety. European menus are available in all major cities while the French influence is easily discernible in Quebec where many restaurants specialize in French cuisine. Waiter services in restaurants are common while dress requirements and billing procedures may vary....

Shopping in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:59:00

Canadian craftware such as art woodcarvings, pottery, cottons and native artifacts are available for purchase. Some countries may have restrictions against the import of endangered animal species products, like polar bear, seal, walrus etc. visitors should check the entry regulations in their home c...

Communication in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:58:35

TelephoneCountry code: 1. Most public telephones operate using 25-cent coins. There is a reduced rate Mon-Fri 1800-0900, Sat 1200 to Mon 0900. For long-distance calls, telephone cards are available. Credit card telephones are to be found in larger centres. Mobile TelephoneRoaming agreements ...

Getting into Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:58:08

Getting There by AirThe principal national airline is Air Canada (AC) (website: www.aircanada.ca).Main AirportsCanada has 13 international airports. All have full banking and catering facilities, duty-free shops and car hire. Airport-to-city bus and taxi services and, in some cases, rail links...

Climate of Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:56:35

It is common to have summer thunderstorms throughout Canada, and occasionally these may become severe. Tornados also occur throughout Canada, with May to September being the prime months. The peak season is June and early July in southern Ontario, Alberta, southeastern Quebec, and a band stretching ...

Top Things To See in Canada

(Mr. David Birch ) — 28 Oct 2009 09:55:15

Things do not miss while traveling in Canada.CN Tower A visit to Toronto is never complete without visiting the world"s tallest building, the CN tower. Standing at 553m above the ground the views of Toronto and Lake Ontario are unbeatable. Take the elevator to the top and then to the SkyPod - ...