Canada
Risk / Health Info for Canada
The vaccines you need for Canada are listed on this page. Healthcare is expensive in Canada and there is no agreement regarding reciprocal healthcare for UK citizens.
- Altitude in Canada
- Parts of Canada are higher than 2,400m, and travellers planning to spend time at a high altitude should take steps to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening acute mountain sickness. Your healthcare provider can help with this.
Recommended Vaccines for Canada
| Vaccine Name | Course |
|---|---|
| Rabies |
This is a general list of travel vaccinations and immunisations for Canada. Specific vaccines can only be determined after appointment with our travel nurse.
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About Canada
Canada covers a large part of the northern half of North America. It’s the world’s second largest country. The climate is cold and the land mostly forest and tundra. The vast majority of the population live in large or medium-sized cities. Canada’s inclusive policies mean that it embraces a broad range of cultural influences. Canadians are known for their friendliness and their good manners.
top Tips for travelling to Canada
Some typical Canadian foods to try include beaver tails (fried dough dusted with sugar), poutine (chips with cheese and gravy) and butter tarts.