Canada is in the northern part of North America and is the second largest country in the world by area after Russia, so all that elbow room makes it a great place to explore!

2. WHAT’S THIS ALL ABOUT?
Canada is in the northern part of North America and is the second largest country
in the world by area after Russia, so all that elbow room makes it a great
place to explore!
Canada, the country of the maple leaf and maple syrup, consists of ten provinces
and three territories meaning the natural beauty can be discovered endlessly
on a trip to this huge country.
Visit the Mounties on their horsebacks in the Canadian Rockies or the breath-
taking views of Niagara Falls as it straddles the border with the United States.
The Table Rock site allows you to stand a metre from the edge of Horseshoe
Falls, or alternatively, take flight with Niagara Helicopters.

3. TOP PLACES TO VISIT
Canada has an abundance of places to visit across its provinces and here are some
top picks:
Toronto: This is the most populous city in Canada so there is plenty to do and see. It
is only a 90 minute drive from Niagara Falls and it is well worth the trip! Visit CN
Tower as you definitely can’t miss it, mainly because at 554 metres high it takes
over the landscape and you can walk on air on its Glass Floor.
Ottawa: A visit to the capital city of Canada cannot be complete without a visit to
Parliament Hill, the seat of Canada’s federal government, with changing of the
guard every morning and a Sound and Light show every evening!
Vancouver: the coastal seaport city is where to experience island life in Canada. The
Grouse Mountain Grind path, locally known as ‘Mother Nature’s Stairmaster’, is
built of wooden steps and takes you 850m up the mountain; the easier option is
the Skyride, an airborne gondola!
Montreal: In old Montreal not much has changed since the rapid urbanisation of the
city, horse-drawn carriages take you around the notable sites of the Basilique
Notre-Dame and Bonsecours Market.

4. WEATHER
As Canada is such a large country, the weather varies widely depending on
where you are, as the most southern tip lines up with Northern California but
has a very different climate to the northern most regions which reach the
Arctic.
Canada has four distinct seasons with temperatures cooler in the north and
milder on the west coast. Spring begins in February and summer begins in
late May, extending through September.
For many travellers the months of September and October are the best times to
visit Canada, as most days are pleasantly cool.
For up to date weather in Canada visit our partner site World Weather
Online.

5. CULTURE
Canada has been influenced by European culture, especially British and
French traditions, so don’t be surprised if you see something you
would expect to be in mainland Europe.
Canadian humour is an integral part of Canadian identity, so be
prepared to get involved and have a laugh on your visit.
Make sure to consider what season you are planning on travelling in as
winter and ski appropriate clothes are not required all year round, so
don’t get caught out!

6. IDEAL FOR…?
Canada is an ideal destination for the adventurous traveller who wants to ski and
snowboard, or climb mountains. People who enjoy boating will want to branch
out to the many different lake districts.

7. WHAT NOW?
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