Customs

All persons entering Canada must fill out a declaration for Canada Customs.

Each visitor over the age of 19 may import, duty free, a maximum of 40 ounces (1.1 litres) liquor or wine, or 288 ounces (8.5 litres) of beer or ale, up to 50 cigars, 200 cigarettes and 8 ounces (200 grams) of tobacco.

Visa

For entry requirements regarding travel visas for Canada, contact Immigration Canada at 1-888-242-2100 (in Canada) or visit their website at www.cic.gc.ca. For travelers outside Canada, please contact the nearest Canadian Embassy, High Commission, or consulate in your region.

Metric System

Canada follows the International Metric System. Temperature, rainfall measures, distance, weight and velocity are expressed in metric units. Distance is measured in kilometers (km).

Credit Cards

Credit Card use is widespread. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and JCB International are accepted in nearly all shops, restaurants and hotels.

Currency Exchange / Money and Banking

In addition to banks and hotels that exchange currency, there are currency exchange locations in the village.

Tipping

Tipping is standard practice. The standard minimum tip is 15%. Tips are also given to taxi drivers, hairdressers, bartenders, spa therapists, hotel attendants and bellhops.

The Mountains

The average snowfall is 469 inches/39.1 feet/11.9m per year on summit (10-year average).

Electricity

110V, 60Hz. For visitors from other countries, an adaptor may be required for electrical appliances.