Overview of Canada
Canada is one of the top ten destinations for those international students who want to pursue their higher studies to gain academic excellence in their specific field and for travelers who have the curiosity to explore the breathtaking places of the world. Canada not only offers a wonderful academic experience for students but also provides some most viable reasons to choose this country as their destination like affordability, work opportunities during and post study, peaceful environment, cultural diversity, easy pathway to permanent residency (Canadian PR), and much more.
Whether you are a student or a traveler, if you want to have the best experience overseas, Canada is the perfect destination for you. Canada is the second-largest country in the world that has taken up about two-fifths of the North American continent. The three largest and most globally recognized metropolitan cities are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver which are on the top of the list of students as well as travelers.
If we consider various factors of ranking like education, entrepreneurship, quality of life, agility, social purpose, transparency, green living, racial equality, comfortable retirement, and solo travel, Canada has gained a remarkable ranking which makes this country a choice of abundance of people.
Every person has different concerns while choosing a destination and of course, Canada meets the requirements of the majority of the individuals. If you are also seeking the perfect study abroad destination or an international holiday destination the you can explore more about Canada to know if it is the perfect place for you. I’m sure you will have a powerful urge to visit Canada after knowing more.
People, Language and Culture
Being a multicultural country, Canada attracts lots of students and travelers from all around the world. The rich history and diverse blend of people and cultures make this country the most desirable destination for different individuals. Canadian laws protect all people from discrimination hence a fifth of Canada’s population is made up of immigrants from across the world.
Linguistic diversity can be observed across different provinces of Canada. Although the official languages of Canada are English and French, a lot of other languages including Punjabi, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Ukrainian, Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, German, and Tagalog are widely spoken in Canada. Due to the diversity of people, the prevalence of the official language French, is declining even in the Francophone territory of Quebec.
Weather Conditions in Canada
Canada is the second largest country in the world therefore it’s blessed with a wide range of climatic conditions. The northern part of Canada is extremely cold where the people enjoy summer for only less than two months. However, majority of the Canadians prefer to live near the southern border where the weather is warmer.
The climate of this country varied depending on the part of the country. The temperature conditions of some most important cities are as follows:
Vancouver, British Colombia
It has relatively mild winters with little snow but Vancouver experiences the wettest and foggiest climate. During summers, the people enjoy pleasant weather and ample of sunshine. The average temperature of Vancouver, BC ranges from 20° Celsius (70 Fahrenheit) in summer to 0 – 5° Celsius (about 45 Fahrenheit) in winter.
Toronto, Ontario
Winters in Toronto are freezing, windy, and snowy which encourages most of the Canadians (snowbirds) to move somewhere else during winters. However, the summers are soothing. The temperature of Toronto typically varies from -8° Celsius to 25° Celsius (17°F to 78°F) and is rarely below 1°F or above 85°F.
Windsor, Ontario
Due to the geographical location, Windsor has the warmest and humid climate during summers, but the winters are severe. Moreover, the winters are rather less sunny. The temperature of Windsor typically ranges between 20°F to 83°F and is rarely below 5°F or above 90°F.
Surrey, British Columbia
In Surrey BC, although winters are very cold, wet, and mostly cloudy, the summers are comfortable and moderately cloudy. I believe that individuals can enjoy all kinds of weather conditions over there. During the year, the temperature varies from 33°F to 75°F and is rarely below 22°F or above 83°F.
Safety & Security in Canada
Canada is considered to be one of the safest countries in the world, where you can also travel as a solo. I recommend this country to students, tourists, and immigrants. The safety index of the country is very high hence it attracts a huge number of tourists and students annually. But nonetheless, you should be observant and ensure your own personal safety, as general precautions are always recommended for a smooth experience. Make sure you take care of your valuables and passport. In case you become the victim of any kind of crime, don’t hesitate to contact the police for a quick response.
Currency Exchange, ATMs, Debit & Credit Cards
The Canadian currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD) therefore you need to exchange your country’s currency to CAD for cash transactions. You can either get the currency exchanged at a foreign exchange office in your country or in Canada. Even though there are Forex offices at the airport also, I would suggest not exchanging currency over there because you can get a better price margin somewhere else. If you hold an international credit or debit card, you can use that directly as they are the most suitable for payments. ATMs are available all over in Canada, you can also withdraw cash anywhere you go.
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