A country that is impressive in its size when you first look at the world map. The area of ​​Canada is slightly larger than China, but 40% smaller than Russia. Therefore, the North American state is the second largest in the world rankings. But along the length of the coastline – the undisputed leader. Washed by the waves of three oceans. Known for its official bilingualism (English and French) and multinational culture. The Canadian state flag was approved more than half a century ago. A white square with a red maple leaf (a symbol of national unity) and two wide vertical stripes on the sides is a catchy and memorable combination.

Climate diversity

The climate of Canadians is diverse (given the size of the state). In some regions, there is a decrease in temperature in winter to 40 degrees of frost and piercing winds. In others (for example, Vancouver Island), the winter weather is usually damp, there are no wild frosts. Summer can generously give warmth up to 40-degree heat.

Control

The beginning of the future state was laid by the French colony in the 16th century. Subsequently, having survived the English colonization, the Canadian confederation was born. The transition to independence lasted from 1867 to 1682.

Canada is administratively divided into 10 provinces (endowed with independence under constitutional provisions) and 3 territories. He is one of the sixteen kingdoms of the British Commonwealth, ruled by the British Queen. She appointed the Governor-General, the commander “on the spot.” Since the fall of 2017, this is Julie Payette. The state has a parliamentary federative system.

With regard to population density – an indicator of one of the lowest on the planet (3 people per square kilometer).

The North American state attracts with its success, development and stability. It is believed that there is no social inequality in the country. The average wage level reached 4 thousand Canadian dollars per month (the ratio to the US – ¾).

Demanded work and its payment

For employment in Canada, formal registration, work experience, knowledge of French or English, but not in all professions. Key areas for job search:

• Mining production. Representatives of working professions are in demand at enterprises for the extraction of uranium ore, diamonds, oil and gas. Annual salaries of 70 thousand and reach 200 thousand dollars.
• The service sector provides jobs for about 75% of Canadians. Often, waiters and bartenders are required in cafes, restaurants, maids and hotel administrators. Salary is usually calculated hourly. Especially prized chefs who can earn more than $ 20 per hour.
• Accounting. As in other countries, every Canadian enterprise appreciates good accountants. They earn up to 90 thousand dollars annually.
•         Transport. Considering the extensive network of roads, drivers are always in the price. Over 35 thousand dollars to 100 thousand per year are paid to truckers.

Building. Representatives of working specialties are worth their weight in gold. Experienced welders (annual payment of up to 80 thousand dollars), electricians (up to 65 thousand), plumbing fixtures (up to 70 thousand) are valued.

• Education and medicine. Annual salaries start from 60 thousand. (primary school teacher, nurse). A teacher with a degree gets 90 thousand. Surgeons, gynecologists, urologists earn from 200 to 270 thousand.

The minimum monthly salary of a Canadian worker – 3 thousand dollars. The country has special programs to support migrant workers.

Canada is one of the richest countries in the world, its diversified economy is actively developing. GDP per capita exceeds 45 thousand dollars. There is a transparent taxation system (it is obligatory for the labor migrants to pay taxes). Income ranges from 15 to 29 percent. Differences are possible in each of the 10 provinces. There are government programs to compensate for part of the money spent on expensive purchases, based on the expenditure part of the tax return.

Education

The approach to teaching children varies across provinces. A unified system and a relevant state ministry does not exist. Figures and facts:

• Children go to school at the age of 5-7 and study for 12 years.
• Canadian adolescents are recognized as one of the best in the world in terms of education (OECD rating for 2017). The maximum level reached in the field of natural sciences, literature, mathematics.
• Pupils have the right to choose academic disciplines.
• The system of higher education is represented by colleges and universities.

More than 150 thousand foreigners annually become first-year students of Canadian universities.

Food prices, communications, housing

The cost of food in Canada is quite affordable for tourists and is not impressive due to the high cost of living for local residents. We give examples of prices in Canadian dollars (rate to US – ¾):

• 1 kg of meat – from $ 3.
• Bakery products – from $ 2.
• Milk and dairy products – an average of $ 2.
• 1 kg of hard cheese – from $ 9.
• Alcoholic beverages – from $ 7.

The cost of the Internet in Canada is higher than in other countries. The service with the minimum speed costs $ 25 a month. Payment for mobile communication ranges from 10 to 50 dollars. Renting a one-room apartment starts from $ 400.

Pricing may vary by province.

Going to rest in a North American country, you can not worry about the attitude towards foreigners: it will be benevolent. Culture, politeness, kindness – the innate qualities of Canadians. “It is not customary to meet here by clothes”: people are not divided according to the level of their position, the popularity of the clothing brand or the brand of their personal cars.

What to see tourists

The second largest state in the world provides a wide scope for viewing sights. Of particular interest are:

• Vancouver’s oldest Canadian aquarium, opened over 60 years ago. Visitors are happy to see good dolphins, predatory sharks, lazy seals, sea otters. Here are collected more than three hundred species of fish, exotic birds, amphibians, invertebrates. Toddlers can touch the sea sponge or anemone in the outdoor pool. The collection of tropical butterflies is amazing.
• Avenue Monklend is impossible to ignore guests of Montreal. Fashionable boutiques, nice restaurants, cozy cafes, democratic pubs, expensive grocery stores, create a special atmosphere on the street, which has been famous for its bustling trade for more than 80 years.
• Niagara Falls is simultaneously considered a landmark of Canada and the USA, on the border of which is located. Pleasure for travelers comes from admiring the “rumbling water” from a helicopter, the deck of a ship, and an elevator descent to the “Cave of the Winds” at the foot of the legendary Niagara.
• The National Gallery in Ottawa Metropolitan is impressive with interesting exhibits of works of art from the 15th century to modern times. Near the building adorn original sculptures, led by a giant bronze spider (up to 10 cubic meters in volume).

     One of the best places in the world, and certainly the best in Canada where you can see whales, is in the area of ​​the Tadoussak village, a Canadian province of Quebec. Tadoussac is located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in the Saguenay fjord area formed by the river of the same name. During a cruise on a comfortable ship or boat you can see dolphins, beluga, and even the world’s largest blue whales.

The Canadian tourist infrastructure is represented by comfortable hotels that are concentrated in frequently visited places.