Driving in Canada is generally similar to driving in America, except in French-speaking-Quebec where it can feel remarkably like driving in France. Distances are measured in kilometres and not miles as in the US. Fuel is a little more expensive than south of the border, but it's still cheap by UK standards.

 

Many Canadian provinces require dipped headlamps to be used in the daytime as well as at night. Right turns are allowed at red traffic lights after stopping to check it's safe, everywhere except in Quebec.

At multiple junctions, the vehicle that arrived first has right of way. Look out for pedestrians too: in Canada they have right of way at all intersections without stop lights.

Don't overtake a school bus with flashing red lights. Passing with caution is allowed when the bus displays flashing amber lights immediately before and after coming to a halt. In school zones, a speed limit of 30kph may apply during school hours.

A green circle containing the letter P means it's fine to park during the hours indicated; a red circle with the P crossed out means parking is prohibited.

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