General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Ottawa |
| Country | Canada |
| Currency | Canadian dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.4% |
| Gdp | $2.26 trillion |
| Size | 9.98 million km² |
| Population | 38.01 million |
| Population density | 4 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.56 |
| City population | 82% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | -10∘C |
| Summer | 20∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English, French |
| Population able to read | 99% |
| Population with a college degree | 54% |
| Population able to speak english | 56.9% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 57 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 5.3/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Air Canada |
| Main airport | Toronto Pearson International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $12 |
| Burger | $10 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $7 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $1200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $100/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $20/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $10/daypass |
| Bike rental | $15/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 30% |
| Vat | 5% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $50000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 15-20% |
| Restaurant | 15-20% |
| Bar | 15-20% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 15-20% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 19.7/MBits |
| Tld | .ca |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 90% |
| Phone mobile data | $25 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, Type B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon.ca |
| Supermarket | Loblaws |
| Pharmacy | Shoppers Drug Mart |
| Drugstore | Rexall |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 3 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Ice hockey |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Poutine | Fries topped with cheese curds and gravy | $5-$10 |
| Butter Tarts | Sweet, buttery pastries filled with raisins | $2-$4 |
| Nanaimo Bars | Chocolate, vanilla, and coconut dessert bars | $3-$5 |
| Peameal Bacon Sandwich | Sliced peameal bacon on a bun | $6-$10 |
| Tourtière | French-Canadian meat pie | $10-$15 |
| Maple Syrup | Sweet, thick syrup made from maple tree sap | $5-$10 |
| Montreal Smoked Meat | Smoked beef brisket | $12-$18 |
| Bannock | Native American flatbread | $3-$5 |
| Saskatoon Berry Pie | Pie filled with Saskatoon berries | $10-$15 |
| Arctic Char | Fish native to Canada | $20-$30 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar | A Canadian cocktail made with vodka, tomato juice, clam juice, and spices | $8-$12 |
| Poutine | A Canadian dish made with french fries, gravy, and cheese curds | $5-$10 |
| Maple syrup | A sweet syrup made from the sap of maple trees | $5-$10 per liter |
| Icewine | A sweet dessert wine made from grapes that have been frozen on the vine | $20-$50 per bottle |
| Craft beer | A variety of beers made by small, independent breweries | $5-$10 per pint |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Syrup | A sweet, thick syrup made from the sap of maple trees | $10-$20 per liter |
| Ice Wine | A dessert wine made from grapes that have been frozen on the vine | $20-$50 per bottle |
| Poutine | A Canadian dish made with french fries, gravy, and cheese curds | $5-$10 per serving |
| Hockey Jersey | A jersey worn by hockey players | $50-$150 |
| Canadian Flag | A red and white flag with a maple leaf in the center | $10-$20 |
| Moose Figurine | A small figurine of a moose | $5-$15 |
| Beaver Tail | A fried dough pastry shaped like a beaver’s tail | $5-$10 |
| Tim Hortons Gift Card | A gift card for the popular Canadian coffee and donut chain | $5-$50 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of a new year |
| Family Day | Third Monday in February | Celebrates the importance of family |
| Good Friday | Friday before Easter Sunday | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | Monday after Easter Sunday | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Victoria Day | Last Monday before May 25 | Commemorates the birthday of Queen Victoria |
| Canada Day | July 1 | Celebrates the anniversary of Canadian Confederation |
| Labour Day | First Monday in September | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Thanksgiving | Second Monday in October | Celebrates the harvest and gives thanks for the blessings of the past year |
| Remembrance Day | November 11 | Commemorates the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A day of gift-giving and spending time with family |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Globe and Mail |
| Online news | CBC News |
| Tv | CTV |
| Radio | CBC Radio One |