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| Visa | Visitors from nearly all Western countries do not need visas. Travellers from Portugal, South Africa, Hong Kong (except SAR passport holders), North Korea, Taiwan, some Eastern European countries, and developing countries do require them. Entry stamps for less than six months are free. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy or consulate of Canada. | | Time | There are six time zones ranging from Newfoundland Standard Time in the East, which is GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) minus 3.5 hours, to Pacific Standard Time in the West, which is GMT minus 8 hours | | Electricity | 110/120V 60Hz | | Weights and Measures | Metric | | Health | Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are recommended. Mosquito repellent is a must around woods and lakes. Be aware of poison ivy and oak (which cause an itchy rash) and in the backcountry watch for rattlesnakes and bears. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. Please contact the nearest vaccination centre before departure.
Water and Hygiene
Tap water is considered safe to drink. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
Medical Care
There are excellent health facilities (similar to the USA). People who are travelling to the more remote northern areas are advised to carry personal first-aid kits. Full health insurance is absolutely essential, as hospital charges are very expensive. There is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK, but doctors will continue medication for prescriptions issued in Europe. When you plan to stay in Canada for a period longer than six months, medical examination is required. | | Communication | In Canada you have the following emergency codes: police, ambulance and fire: 911. The international telephone access code is 1. When placing an outgoing international call, you have to dial 011. | | Money | The currency is the Canadian Dollar (C$). Most international credit cards are accepted. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in Canadian Dollars; these are widely negotiable.There are no restrictions on the import or export of either local or foreign currency if declared. Banks are open from Monday to Friday between 10.00 and 15.00 hours. Some banks in major centres have extended hours - check locally.If you would like to know the most recent exchange rate for this country's currency, go to the Oanda website. | | Links | Oanda Currency converter
Official site of the Canadian Tourism Board
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