Your Street Guide to Understanding Canadian Culture

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Your Street Guide to Understanding Canadian Culture

Kabayan, how well do you know Canada? It’s an English-speaking country. And it’s known for maple syrup. Oh, they have beavers! It’s exciting how you can travel to this beautiful country known for its accommodating multicultural community. So as a Filipino in Canada, there are things you need to know that’s different from our culture!

Whether you’re a student, OFW, or tourist in Canada, you must know at least the basics in Canadian culture. Life here is totally different from the Philippines. Your knowledge shouldn’t end with just knowing how to speak English or being polite in our own ways. Canada has its own set of culture and customs that we need to respect and practice.

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Now, let’s get you ready to welcome the Canadian culture.

There’s two major languages–English and French

Oui! That’s right! We all know that Canadians speak English but there are parts where French is the language on the streets. Like for Quebec, where French is the official language and most practices, architecture, and influences are visibly French. It’s because during the 16th century, French settlers came to Canada and established villages. Since then, the country has been very much influenced by French in their language, in their religion with Catholicism, and in their traditions and cultures. Get a translation app to help you when you struggle with French!

Canadians love the outdoors!

There’s a vast and diverse nature in Canada that attracts a lot of nature lovers! From national parks to stunning water formations, you can feel closer to nature everywhere you go in Canada. That’s why biking is a common mode of transportation here since they really care for a sustainable lifestyle for the environment. You can see many people biking to places. And with the rich number of parks, there’s a lot of outdoor activities you can enjoy such as hiking, enjoying the breeze of fresh air in a park, kayaking on lakes, camping, and skiing during winter. If you ever want to enjoy coast-to-coast data coverage, CanadianSIM offers superior coverage among SIM providers in Canada so you stay connected anywhere you go.

Tipping is a must

In the Philippines, we’re used to tipping out of the kindness of our hearts. Some even believe that the service charge is enough. But in Canada, it’s a habit to tip at least 15% of your total bill. Businesses that will require tip include spas, deliveries, salons, and restaurants.

Poutine is a common street food

Filipinos love streetfood so if you’re in Canada, you should try their poutine! This beloved dish is French fries topped with gravy and cheese. If you’re down for a quick snack or late night munchies, then poutine is your go-to! And since maple syrup is very common here, some would even drizzle it for that extra sweetness that will surprise you!

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