AMAZINGLY
FRIENDLY
This may take time for some travelers to get
used to, but Canadians are generally kind
and approachable. So, don’t be shocked
if you’re wandering around Vancouver’s
world-renowned Stanley Park or historic
Old Montreal, and someone approaches you
offering assistance or directions. They’re not
trying to sell you anything — they just want
to help. And any time you walk into a café or
sit next to a stranger at the theatre, you’ll be
instantly engaged in conversation.
Downtown Vancouver from Queen Elizabeth Park
REALLY, REALLY
INTO HOCKEY
All hail hockey in Canada
In Canada, hockey is life. They teach their children
how to skate before they learn their ABCs, and frozen
ponds are turned into instant games at the drop of
a hat. The friendliness spoken of above is instantly
dismissed if you dare root for the wrong team. But
show a genuine interest in the sport while traveling
there, and the locals will quickly regale you with heroic
tales of past players and championship celebrations.
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