CultureShock! Canada is your definitive guide to navigating this immense and diverse land that the Mounties call home.
- Insights into the people and their culture and traditions. Advice on adapting into the local environment.
- Essential information on the country's history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cuisine and leisure activities.
- Suggestions on how to get the most out of the travel experience. Linguistic help and hints on how to learn the language and do business. A useful list of foreign words and phrases and a conprehensive resource guide.
- A glossary books for further reading and a list of interesting websites for additonal reference.
- Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text.
Whether
you're encountering the mountainous Rockies, the coastal areas of New
Brunswick, or the French-speaking province of Quebec, this guide covers
every aspect, providing you with all the tips and pointers you'll need
to make a smooth transition.
Understand what is truly meant by the
Canadian 'mosaic' through learning social customs and etiquette,
immerse yourself in the nation's love for ice hockey, and be fully
aware of the community ' honor' system.
Not sure where to live? This
book covers every possibility, from log cabin to trailer home,
small-town to sprawling city.
Discover where to sample Canada's huge
variety of cuisine, be it Saskatoon berries, maple syrup, or oka, a
highly flavored cuisine brought to Canada by Trappist monks.
Whatever
your preference, whatever your needs, CultureShock! Canada will guide you through the vast expanse of this fascinating country.
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