What is the Canadian currency?
The money system in Canada is based on dollars and cents. Visitors are encouraged to exchange their funds for Canadian dollars at a bank or foreign currency exchange outlet, where they will receive the prevailing rate of exchange. The Canadian one-dollar coin is often referred to as a "loonie", while the two-dollar coin is called a "twonie".
What languages are most commonly spoken in B.C.?
English and French are Canada's two official languages. English is the predominant language in British Columbia, Mandarin is second. Many hotels, airline offices, service institutions, shops and key tourist destinations employ multi-lingual staff.
Are there restrictions on what I can bring into Canada?
Entering Canada, each person may bring in the following duty-free: necessary personal effects; up to 50 cigars; 200 cigarettes; 1 kg. (2.2 lbs.) of tobacco; and 1.1 litres (40 oz.) of spirits or wine, or in lieu, 24 x 355 ml (12 oz.) cans or bottles of beer or ale per person over the age of 19 in B.C. Revolvers, pistols and fully automatic firearms are prohibited entry into Canada.
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