A: Before anyone goes to study abroad, they should know some details of life in Canada in advance.
The first #, greetings. Usually just smile or nod and wave. When meeting for the first time, Canadians usually shake hands and introduce themselves. When talking one-on-one you should look each other in the eye. When you meet someone you know, waving and saying "How are you?" is the most common greeting, and the response is usually "Fine, thanks."
Second, eat. In Canada, breakfast is usually fruit, juice, bread, hamburger, coffee, etc. On weekends, there are eggs, cake, and coffee. On weekends there are sometimes eggs, cakes and ham. Lunch is very simple, usually soup, sandwiches, fruit and milk. The main meal is usually at 6 p.m. and usually consists of meat or fish, vegetables, rice or potatoes, dessert and bread. If you are eating with a Canadian family***, it is a good idea to let someone else start when the food is passed around the table so that you can imitate. It usually costs $200 per person per month to buy food in Canada.
Third, tipping. Tipping is usually 10-15% of pre-tax expenses and is usually paid to restaurant waiters, cab drivers, barbershop stylists, etc.
Fourth, name calling. Most Canadians have a first name, middle name and last name. To show respect, when you meet someone for the first time, use the title (MS,MRS,MISS,MR,DR) and last name (e.g. MR.SMITH). After familiarization, the person will ask you to call them by their first name.
Fifth, socializing. Canadians are very direct in their speech and generally get to the point quickly. Usually keep a distance of 2 feet from the other person when speaking, and are accustomed to using gestures, lots of them and maintaining eye contact. In Canada, it is very rude to make a lot of noise while eating. Smoking is not permitted in Canadian public **** and is usually not allowed in homestays.
Sixth, telephone. In Canada, you can make unlimited calls to the city for a monthly fee. A pay phone costs C$0.25 a call for an unlimited period of time. A landline telephone costs 48 Canadian dollars to install, with a monthly fee of about 25 Canadian dollars, and long-distance calls can be made using IP. The Canadian emergency telephone number (for police, fire, and first aid) is 911.
Seventh, medical insurance. All international students should have medical insurance. For example, if you are staying in Canada for more than 6 months, and if you are attending school in B.C., you should enroll in the B.C. Medical Care Services Program (BCMSP) immediately after you arrive in Canada.The monthly fee for BCMSP is 54 Canadian dollars. However, there is a 3-month waiting period before you can benefit from it after enrollment. Therefore, you should purchase private health insurance ($125 for 3 months or $1.50 per day) during this period.
Eighth, the public transportation system. Most of the city can be reached by bus*** for C$1.75. Monthly student passes are available with a student ID for C$42 to C$75, depending on the riding area.
Ninth, bicycles. In Vancouver and Victoria, helmets are required by law and lights are mandatory for nighttime cycling.
Tenth, crossing the street. Always look for pedestrian signals when crossing the street. Some pedestrian signals are controlled by people (push buttons).
Through the above introduction to the details of study life in Canada, I hope those who plan to study in Canada can prepare in advance.