The world’s second largest country stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific and all the way up to the Arctic Ocean covering nearly 10 million square kilometers of pristine natural landmass. With all this space, the population density is one of the lowest in the world with only 3.3 inhabitants per square kilometer, although it may not seem this way in the big cities of Montreal, Vancouver or Toronto. The Canadian government recognizes two official languages (English and French) with a majority of the French-speaking population living in Quebec. Canada’s aboriginal inhabitants are not to be forgotten, and while their numbers are small percentages of the national population, there are still small communities of First Nations, Inuit and Metis living scattered throughout the country.
Adventure-seekers will find their paradise here in the wealth of outdoor activities from skiing and snowboarding to mountain biking, hiking, surfing, kayaking and more. Summer is perhaps the most enjoyable time of year since the temperatures are a little more friendly than during the cold winter months. Plus you’ll have a few more hours of daylight to enjoy playing about in this outdoor playground. Surf the perfect swell in Nova Scotia or off the coast of Vancouver Island, snowboard down the dreamy slopes at Whistler just outside of Vancouver or hike the Appalachian Trail in Newfoundland.
Party at a popular nightclub in Toronto or Montreal with local Canucks and see if you’re smooth enough to pick up a date eh?
| Population: | 34.9 Million |
| Size: | 9,984,670 km2 |
| Capital: | Ottawa |
| Languages: | English & French |
| Currency: |
Canadian Dollar 1 USD = 1 CAD Check the current exchange rate |
| Time Zone: |
Ottawa is UTC/GMT -5 hours Check the current local time |
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Budget per Day in USD (Food): |
Cost of a Beer = 5 USD Cost of a Basic Meal = 10 USD |
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Budget per Day in USD (Accommodation): |
Cost of a Hostel Dorm = 19 USD Cost of a Hostel Private Room = 40 USD Cost of a 3-Star Hotel = 65 USD |
| Visa Requirements: |
Citizens of most nationalities do not require a visa to enter Canada. Canadian High Commission in UK Visa HQ *Please contact the Embassy nearest you as requirements may change at anytime without prior notice. This is always the best way to find out current visa requirements as they often vary depending on your nationality. |
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You are a traveler, not a tourist. We want you to be able to explore the world exactly as you have always dreamed it. You are free to travel at your own pace with no tour leaders or set schedules.
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Depart any day you want, 365 days a year whether you are traveling on your own or in a group.
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We make it easy for you to be spontaneous! Enjoy the freedom of making an unlimited amount of changes to your schedule before and during your trip. Your pass is valid for 12 months so you can take all the time you need to enjoy your journey!
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