Welcome to Canada

There is a big difference between visiting Canada for a week and actually living here. Canada is huge, and it can be hard to know where to start. My goal is to help you plan a trip that feels real and runs smoothly.

I’ve lived in Canada for 20 years. I’ve spent a long time in Ontario and lived in the Saskatoon prairies for over a year. During that time, I’ve learned how the weather changes, how long the drives actually take, and where the best quiet spots are hidden. I started Wander Maple because I wanted to share these practical details—the things you only learn by staying here.

For me, Canada is all about the way it feels. It’s the cold, fresh air in the mountains, the busy energy of a city street, and those quiet moments by a lake. It is a massive country that still finds ways to surprise me. I hope the tips and stories I’ve put together here help you enjoy your trip as much as I enjoy living here.

What Makes Canada Unique

One of the best things about Canada is how close the wild is to the city. You can be in a busy downtown area and, within a short drive, find yourself in total silence by a forest or a lake. Every season here feels like a different world—from the deep snow of winter to the bright colors of the fall.

I’ve spent time hiking the parks in the West, exploring the old streets of the East Coast, and living in multicultural hubs like Toronto. These travels taught me that Canada isn’t just one thing; every province has its own personality and its own way of doing things.

How to Use These Guides

I created Wander Maple to give you the honest tips I’ve learned over the last 20 years. I’ve visited many different corners of this land, and I’ve put everything I know into these articles to make your planning easier.

This page is your starting point. You can use it to get a quick overview of the country and then click into the specific cities or regions that interest you most. I’ve organized everything by location so you can find exactly what you need.