German citizens do not need a visa for Canada, but an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for air travel. When entering by car or boat from the USA, no eTA is required. Apply for eTA Where: Exclusively on canada.ca/eta — beware of third-party sites! Cost: 7 CAD (~5 €) Validity: 5 years or until th

The currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD) , colloquially known as "Loonie" (1-dollar coin with a loon motif) and "Toonie" (2-dollar coin). Exchange rate: 1 EUR ≈ 1.45–1.50 CAD (as of 2025/26). Cash or Card? Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere — even for small amounts. Co

Canada has an excellent healthcare system — but only for residents . For tourists, doctor visits and hospital stays are extremely expensive. Travel Health Insurance — MANDATORY! A travel health insurance is absolutely essential for Canada. A hospital stay can quickly cost 5,000–10,000 CAD per day. A

Canada is one of the safest travel countries in the world . Violent crime against tourists is extremely rare. The greatest risks are natural: 🐻 Wildlife Safety Bears: Carry bear spray (30 CAD at outdoor shops), make noise while hiking, store food in bear boxes, keep 100 meters away. In case of a gr

Canada has a tipping culture similar to the American one — service staff earn a large part of their income through tips. Tipping Overview Situation Tip Restaurant (service) 15–20% on the bill amount (before tax) Bar (drinks) 1–2 CAD per drink or 15% Taxi / Uber 10–15% Hotel Housekeeping 2–5 CAD per

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Praktisch · Kapitel 13

Practical Info A–Z

Everything you need to know for your trip to Canada — sorted alphabetically, from the eTA to cannabis to wildlife safety. Save and take with you.

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Cannabis — legal, but follow the rules

Canada legalized cannabis nationwide in 2018 — as the second country in the world after Uruguay. For travelers, this me…

2

Entry & eTA

German citizens do not need a visa for Canada, but an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for air travel. When enteri…

3

Money & Currency

The currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD) , colloquially known as "Loonie" (1-dollar coin with a loon motif) and "Tooni…

4

Health & Insurance

Canada has an excellent healthcare system — but only for residents . For tourists, doctor visits and hospital stays are…

5

Safety & Wildlife

Canada is one of the safest travel countries in the world . Violent crime against tourists is extremely rare. The great…

6

Internet, Phone & Mail

Mobile phone service in Canada is relatively expensive — the three major providers (Rogers, Bell, Telus) are oligopolis…

7

Tipping & Etiquette

Canada has a tipping culture similar to the American one — service staff earn a large part of their income through tips…

8

Electricity, Measurements & Time Zones

Canada uses — like the USA — some systems that differ from European ones: ⚡ Electricity 120 volts, 60 Hz — like in the…

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