“Because the populations have been growing all summer and are as big as they’re going to get,” Favret said. He added that the food sources for wasps at this time of year are declining, as insects that wasps feed on die off at the end of their season. Why are there so many wasps this […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
How Long Are Days In Summer Montreal?
The shortest day of the summer is August 31, with 13 hours, 19 minutes of daylight and the longest day is June 21, with 15 hours, 41 minutes of daylight. How long is a summer day in Canada? With up to about 15:40 hours, there are the longest days in June. The longest dark nights, […]
Do Taxi Drivers In Montreal Speak English?
The majority of taxi drivers communicate purely in grunts. The only words of English they know are “Post code”, so they can input it into their sat nav, as their geographical knowledge, and map reading ability is zero. Do French taxi drivers speak English? Although some do, most taxi drivers in Paris don’t speak fluent […]
Can You Buy A Metro Pass At The Montreal Airport?
Tickets are available from ticket machines located in the Arrivals hall of Montreal-Trudeau Airport and at the stations. You can also buy a 3-days pass for 20.00 CAD or an Unlimited Weekend ticket for 14.25 CAD (from Friday 16:00 hours to Monday 05:00 hours). How much is a Montreal subway day pass? $10.00Montreal Metro Ticket […]
How Does Montreal Celebrate Christmas?
Christmas in Montreal kicks off with the annual Santa Claus Parade (the Défilé du Père Noël). For 70 years, Montreal has celebrated the holidays with floats, bands and of course Santa himself. This event is a hit with families but make sure to bundle up against the cold to be able to see Santa as […]
Can Someone Else Renew My Registration Alberta?
If you can’t go to a registry office, another person can apply for a vehicle registration, renewal, cancellation or transfer on your behalf. The person requesting the service on your behalf must bring: your proof of ownership document, proof of valid insurance, and their ID. What do you need to renew registration Alberta? To renew […]
Do Alberta Plates Expire?
Vehicle registrations expire on an assigned month based on your surname. You can look up your expiry date on the registration expiry date chart or by checking your registration certificate. As of January 1, 2021, expiry stickers are no longer required on licence plates. There are 3 options to renew your registration. How long does […]
How Wide Is The Island Of Montreal?
10 miles. The island is approximately 50 km (30 miles) long and 16 km (10 miles) wide at its widest point, and has a shoreline of 266 km (165 miles). Is Montreal Island bigger than Manhattan? Even though Montreal Island has a larger population, it covers an area almost 10 times larger than Manhattan’s. So […]
Is Alcohol Cheaper In Alberta Or Ontario?
Provincial and sales taxes in Ontario, B.C. and Quebec range from 13-15 percent––which is more than double the amount added to booze prices in Alberta, which has no provincial sales tax. Is alcohol more expensive in Alberta? Over the years, the combination has pushed Alberta’s private liquor system to among the most expensive in Canada […]
What Does Hydro Ottawa Do?
Hydro Ottawa provides electricity supply to its customers, by taking electricity from the provincial grid and distributing it to homes and businesses. Hydro Ottawa also offers programs to help customers conserve electricity. What does Hydro Ottawa coverage? Hydro Ottawa offers a full suite of electrical services that range from the connection of a new electrical […]