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Fly direct to Canada with Air New Zealand
Plus layby your flight for $99,
Work Canada
Work Canada Summer Jobs
Work Canada Winter Jobs
Canada Fast Facts
Languages Spoken
21% of the population speak French.
The remaining speak English including European languages such as German.
Currency
Name: Canadian Dollar
Code: CAD
Symbol: $
Time Zones
Newfoundland Time (GMT - 2:30)
Atlantic Time (GMT - 3)
Eastern Standard time (GMT - 5)
Central time (GMT - 6)
Mountain Time (GMT - 7)
Pacific Time (GMT - 8)
Canadian Encounter
Canada & the Rockies
The Powder Rush
Canada Travel Costs
Beers
Expect to pay between $4 and $7 for a beer in a bar. It is customary to tip bar staff, with around $1 per drink. Beers will be more expensive in cities like Toronto and Vancouver.
Meals
Snacks and meals from markets and supermarkets are between $8-$12, whilst dinner in a good restaurant will usually start from around $20 plus drinks.
Taxi Ride
The cost of a taxi in Canada depends on the city. Toronto and Vancouver are generally more expensive, but more cabs will be on the meter.
Transport
Travel on buses and subways will cost around $3. To travel independently, you can book a campervan with us from just $36 per day!
Hostels
Dorm beds in hostels will cost between $25 and $40. Campsites are likely to be $25 to $35.
Hotels
A room in a midrange hotel would be somewhere between $80 and $100 - but expect to pay more in the major cities and during peak season.
Top Cities in Canada
When to go to Canada
Canada Highlights
What to do with two weeks or more in Canada
Do I need a visa for Canada?
Depending on your nationality, you may need an Electronic Travel Authorization or visa to enter Canada. Currently if you're travelling on an NZ passport you can enter Canada with an eTA if you arrive by air but this could be subject to change. All travellers should check current visa and passport regulations before travelling to Canada, and allow plenty of time to acquire the correct documentation. For information about working visas for Canada, click here.
How can I work in Canada?
Students and young people can apply for a work abroad programme in Canada right here at STA Travel. We can help you with your visa application, get you all set up for when you get here or even give you assistance with finding a job in your new home. We're good like that.