Random facts

• Canada is the 2^nd largest country in land mass in the world
• Canada's two official sports are lacrosse and hockey; major league professional teams across Canada include hockey, baseball and basketball
• Canada is world renowned for it’s beer (both for brewing and consumption); and boasts two award-winning wine regions
• Canada is noted as one of the most multicultural countries in the world
• Canada is one of the safest and cleanest countries in the world
• Canada’s national animal is the beaver

Entry to Canada

• Persons visiting from countries other than the United States must have a valid passport and may require other documentation such as visas
• Visitors must go through Customs upon entering and leaving Canada
• Further information may be obtained from the Canadian Embassy and Consulates.

Goods & Services Tax (GST) and Visitors Rebate

• The goods and services tax (GST) is a seven per cent tax charged on most goods and services sold or provided in Canada.

• As a visitor to Canada, you will pay the tax on most purchases. Under the visitor rebate program, you may apply for a refund of the tax paid on goods you take home and on accommodations in Canada, provided it is less than one month per lodging establishment.

Currency

• Canadian currency looks similar to European currency.
• Conversion rate: the $1.00 U.S. dollar converts to approximately $1.50 Canadian dollars.

Language

• English and French are Canada's two official languages
• English is the predominant language in all provinces except Quebec

• Canada is a very multi-cultural country known as the "melting-pot". Don’t be surprised if you find someone who speaks your language standing right beside you!

Electricity

• Electricity in Canada is 110V and the plugs are the same as in the U.S. If you come from a country that uses 220V electricity, it is advised to bring a converter
• The frequency of electrical current in Canada is 60 Hz.

Water

• Canada’s tap water is among the cleanest in the world and is very safe to drink.

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