10 Things We Love About Canada Some of the cleanest air in the world. Genuinely friendly people. Gorgeous lakes—and lots of ’em. The undeniable Tim Hortons. Delicious maple syrup. Opportunities to hit the slopes. Admiring the diversity of historical structures. Of course, a piping hot bowl of poutine. What are 5 things about Canada? Fun […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
Is Healthcare Free In Quebec?
The Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) is Québec’s public health insurance plan, giving all Québec residents access to free healthcare. Who is eligible for Québec health care? Persons eligible for the public plan Children under age 18 living in Quebec whose parents do not have access to a private plan. Children under age […]
Is Quebec A Good Place To Raise A Family?
Living in a safe environment Québec City and its metropolitan area are known for their safety, with one of the lowest crime rates in North America. Plus, Québec City was name the safest city in Canada to raise children. A mix of history and modernity, culture and nature, Québec City is the reflection of its […]
Is New Brunswick A Good Area?
New Brunswick is actually not that bad of a place to live. But there are a few things that can be improved. The cost of living should be adjusted because the majority of individuals living in this town are low income families. There can be a better grip on drugs and crime. Is New Brunswick […]
Why Do People Love Vancouver?
It’s a pretty city and quite vibrant. It’s the kind of city where you can live at a slower pace of life but still get all the benefits you would expect from living in any major global city (great nightlife, diverse and exciting restaurants, a huge variety of shopping options…etc). What makes Vancouver so special? […]
How Many Days Are Enough For Alberta?
Eight days in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains is adequate to see the main sights, but more importantly, it’ll allow you to go beyond sightseeing with enough time to enjoy some outdoor adventures in Alberta. Is Alberta Canada worth visiting? Why Alberta? Arguably one of the most beautiful provinces in Canada, Alberta is home to the world’s […]
What Can You Do In Alberta For A Week?
See the Best of Alberta in a One-Week Road Trip Driving the Bow Valley Parkway between Lake Louise and Banff. The glass floor of Calgary Tower. Visit the unusual terrain of the Canadian Badlands. Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park. Stop for photos at the picturesque Peyto Lake. What kind of activities can you do […]
Why Is Vancouver Very Expensive?
Vancouver is constrained by the sea on 3 sides and you can’t simply make more land (easily). That’s one of the main reasons why the downtown core is densely populated and land is very expensive in the area. What is this? What makes Vancouver so expensive? It’s only because property values have risen so much […]
What Is The White Stuff In Saskatchewan?
But the white stuff isn’t snow, it’s salt. Chaplin Lake is saturated with it. Rather amazingly, it is also saturated with birds. Over 100,000 shorebirds from as far as South America come here to visit or nest each summer. What is the white on the ground in Saskatchewan? salineProducers refer to their saline areas as […]
What Are The Seven Wonders Of Saskatchewan?
The Seven Wonders of Saskatchewan Athabasca Sand Dunes. Mitchell Jordan. Canadian Forces 431 (AD) Squadron – The Snowbirds. Tim Renner. The Oil Sands. Linda Munroe. Grey Owl’s Cabin, Prince Albert National Park. Christina Lang-Andre. Spring transformation of the prairies. John Duek. St. Qu’Appelle Valley. What is Saskatchewan best known for? Saskatchewan supplies more than a […]