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rain gear   Vancouver

rain gear, Vancouver

 31 Reviews  I walked out of the airport terminal and into a light rain. As we got downtown the rain was getting heavier, but the locals weren't even hurrying to get out of it. Most of them hadn't even broken out... 

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Warm clothes   Montreal

Warm clothes, Montreal

 23 Reviews  Many people think about keeping their "core" warm, but what about the lower half? There are some really great fitting and comfortable jeans available that keep you warm. They are called Winter Blues... 

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Winter, summer & rain gear   Quebec

Winter, summer & rain gear, Quebec

 20 Reviews  Quebec City is one of Canada's snowiest cities. On average, we receive 3 m of snow every year but the 2007-2008 winter was our snowiest ever, with about 5.6 m of snow!! It is not rare to see the first... 

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Weather   Ottawa

Weather, Ottawa

 15 Reviews  Waterproof shoes, don't forget weatherproof paste. Waterproof coat etc; you will have make your car ice/snow-free more than once. Anti-flu, anti-cold stuff (I prefer Fisherman's Friend). Some... 

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Cold in Winter - Mosquitoes in Summer   Winnipeg

Cold in Winter - Mosquitoes in Summer, Winnipeg

 10 Reviews  We all know that traveling with small children can be tricky. If you want to avoid bringing everything with you that your baby or toddler might need when they are away from home, consider renting baby... 

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Bring Camera & Film   Banff National Park

Bring Camera & Film, Banff National Park

 3 Reviews  Unless you like paying C$20 per day each, you can leave your backpack at home but a day pack is essential in this hiking paradise. Bring good sturdy hiking boots and comfy socks to handle the rocky... 

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climate preparation   Vancouver

climate preparation, Vancouver

 12 Reviews  Summer in Vancouver is glorious. Everyone's out at the beach, or boating, or hiking in the parks, or playing beach volleyball, going out camping, exploring the local islands, sitting on restaurant... 

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Camera   Montreal

Camera, Montreal

 2 Reviews  If you come in the wintertime (especially December to February), be prepared for what can be brutal cold. Bring appropriate clothing, which should include a warm jacket, gloves, a hat and scarf. ... 

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Travel guides & Dictionaries   Quebec

Travel guides & Dictionaries, Quebec

 3 Reviews  Before I go on any trip, I always make sure to purchase a travel guidebook, epecially from the National Geographic Traveler series. They not only provide me with important information and advice, but... 

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camera gear   Vancouver

camera gear, Vancouver

 5 Reviews  Binoculars or Telescope To Cruise to ALASKA Rainwear Lots of film Beachwear & Gear would be cool, Nice beaches in Vancouver & POOL on the Ship SEA SICKNESS PILLS ! Carry a bell so the Bears know... 

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Books   Montreal

Books, Montreal

 2 Reviews  To explore Quebecs big cities Montreal and Quebec City an up to date guidebook is very useful. I had the Fodors guide, which is updated every year. It describes the things to see and do and lists... 

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by jenniferhen

If you are brave enough to come in the winter, BRING WINTER GEAR!! If you live in a warm climate, obviously it is cheaper (and funner) to shop for that stuff here. Make sure you have gloves, head gear of some sort, warm shoes, and coat. If you come in the summer, dress for warm, sometimes rainy weather. The temps usually get up to 25-30 degrees Cel. No you do not need snow shoes....ha ha! Even though I have used them, it is not my main mode of transportation. If you are going camping, bring toilet paper, otherwise anything you may need is available...oh one other absolute thing you must have in my opinion is mosquito repellent...they get pretty bad in the summer. As long as you have the proper adapters, we have got the power. Honestly I live in a VERY central area, there is virtually nothing that you can not find in Alberta, besides the sun!!! AHHHH this winter will NEVER END! After...

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by traveldogs

Camping As we mentioned before, you need to have your documents in order before you cross the border. Once in country, it doesn't hurt to contact a local vet to see if there are any precautions that you should take. For example, in San Diego we don't have too many problems with ticks, but in the Canadian Rockies they can be a major problem (depending on the season). So our owner (Spartan) called the local vet and they recommended that I (Aspen) take some tick prevention medication. Sam had already been medicated and the vet didn't want him to have an overdose so nothing was prescribed for him, plus he didn't want to mess up his hair...geez he can be so snooty at times :-) We went hiking for the first time in our lives (in the Canadian Rockies)...'we are city dogs for Pete's sake' so we had our leashes, collars, water bowls and doggy treats. Please pay attention to all posted signs...

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by urban_chick

If you go in the summer don't overpack! You won't need jackets and trousers, just your shorts, swimming costumes and T shirts! Don't take dressy clothes unless you know you are going somewhere special. Most Canadians just dress casually, even when they go to restaraunts. Don't forget sun protection cream. It can get really hot in July and August and I got badly burnt on my recent visit. Don't forget to take cream for insect bites, there are loads of mosqitos out there!

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by Waoife

If travelling in the Winter pack clothes that you can layer - it may be freezing outside but it's often tropical inside shops, bars & restaurants so make sure you have a tshirt to avoid meltdown!!! Hey this is Canada - you can buy pretty much anything you need. In Winter plenty of moisturisers & lip balm are an absolute must........ Especially if visiting the Rockies bring loads of film - the scenery is just so brilliant you'll want to take loads of photos & you don't want to get ripped off by having to buy films in a touristy area ;)

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by ThornGal

I study here, so i had to take everything. If you are just travelling then bring something warm if you are travelling from October to May Study Abroad Canada has everything here, but they are strict on prescriptions.

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by daveyboy69

Well, you might want to pack sweaters cause it gets a little nippy from October to May. Yep, in Canada we have four seasons; pre-winter, winter, post-winter, and construction. Lip Chap (and lots of it!!) This is Canada Eh.....we are at the capital of digital technology I love the outdoors. Camping is a must, and it's a good idea to make friends with someone with a cottage.

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by TWillow

Depending on what you are doing. If you are hiking then pack light (or suffer the pain of lugging a full pack) if doing the hotel thing go nuts pack whatever you would like... When coming to Canada always and I mean always be prepared. The best advice I can give is to dress in layers. That way when it gets to hot you can dress down and if the cool weather pops up you can layer up again. Trust me layers is the way to go.. Basic first aide kit is fine for the car. Extra toilet paper is always handy.. Lots of film everywhere you look there is a photo op so bring lots of film. Well if you are camping you are already prepared. But on little piece of advice rain pops up all the time so bring a tarp you can put up to sit under. Doubles for when the sun is too hot or the rain is coming down. At least you can still sit outdoors and enjoy our mosquitos... (Bring lots of bug spray that's a...

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by bmd02

Be sure to have artic gear with you all the time, it gets cold quick. most rest stops were fairly clean, stick to main roads for the cleaner ones. All most all place's take american money but be sure to have plenty not all is cheep.

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by JayWolf

If it is summer in the USA do not bring your skis because it is summer here and it gets hot real hot some days you can cook eggs on the hood of your car. As I said in summer bring summer clothing and unles you are coming here in the winter bring warm clothing as it gets as could as - 40 pending on the province you go too. In short what you put on at home it would be a good idea to bring the same here. If you get sike or hurt make sure you have 50 bucks on you as that is what it will cost you to see a doctor. What ever you have. Go to Bass Pro shops and they will hook you up with what you need. As for the fishing you need to get a special fishing out doors card. Same for hunting. If you have hot doughters keep them close to you from the age of 20 and up because I am back on the market.

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by lagomorphs12

Depending on the time of year, bring a thin jacket in the Spring & Fall months. It can lean towards being a tad cool. Normal summer temps are about 85 - 90's degrees Farenheit average. Cold temps in winter can go down to around 40 below F. Canadian weather is measured in Celcius & not Farenheit. As is measurement & miles. Bring a conversion chart with you.

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