Spring
Mar-May
avg. temp:
10˚C / 50˚F
Summer
Jun-Aug
avg. temp:
25˚C / 77˚F
Autumn
Sep-Nov
avg. temp:
12˚C / 54˚F
Winter
Dec-Feb
avg. temp:
-5˚C / 23˚F
Country dialing code
+1
Capital city
Ottawa
Official language
English, French
Currency
Canadian dollars
When to visit: A year round destination, Canada's magnificent scenery and cultural treasures welcome visitors especially during summer. Autumn particularly during September and October, offers stunning colour across the country.
From the unusual to the more traditional winter activities, winter in Canada is an amazing experience. See frozen mountains, lakes and glaciers, walk through an ice canyon, or discover the beauty of snow-covered forests.
Travel along Canada’s famous ‘ribbons of steel’ and experience remarkable landscapes that come alive with rushing rivers, mountain peaks, and profuse wildlife. An exhilarating way to discover the true character of this country.
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clear searchCountry Code for Canada: +1
Visa Global Assistance: 1866 639 1911 Directory Information: 411
Emergency Services: 911 The emergency services number may not be applicable in remote areas.
The ethnic diversity of Canada means that rules of social propriety are quite complex. There are certain general expectations. Greeting, except in formal settings, does not require touching in the form of embraces or handshakes. As a community, Canadians are in general soft spoken, patient, and almost apologetic in their public behaviour. They are also in general tolerant of the complex network of cultural differences in public behaviour, more so in cities where such diversity is more common place.
Electrical plug type: American (some Japanese)
Voltage: 110-120 volts (Australia 240 volts)
Modem plug type: American (same as Australia).
English is the official language however almost 20% of people speak French, especially in Eastern Canada.
The following information is intended as a guide only and in no way should it be used as a substitute for professional medical advice relative to a travellers individual needs and vaccination history. No guarantee is made as to its accuracy or thoroughness. For further information, please contact The Travel Doctor.
Frequent travellers or those intending a long stay overseas should consider vaccination against Hepatitis B.
Please consult a medical practitioner or contact The Travel Doctor for your specific risk to these preventable diseases and the appropriate avoidance measures. Australians travelling to Canada should ensure that they have adequate travel insurance to cover the length of their stay. For further information visit the Smartraveller website http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Canada
You'll enjoy convenient shopping hours across Canada with many stores open from 9am or 10am to 6pm seven days a week. City stores and suburban shopping centres are also open until 9pm on several weeknights, particularly on Thursday and Friday. Sunday shopping is permitted in all provinces and territories across Canada. Some store owners may choose not to open on Sunday so find out before you set out on your shopping excursion.
The Travel Corporation has partnered with the company Sherpa to provide travellers with the latest government and health restrictions. Simply enter the country you want to travel to for information on safety regulations, border closures, quarantine requirements, your travel visa and more using the Sherpa travel tool.
FIND OUT WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR YOUR TRIP
Official travel advice is available by visiting the SmartTraveller Website
