The world's image of Canada is as a cold place. While this is true - it can and does get very cold in Canada, temperatures vary throughout the year, and Canada is just as much about long, hot summer days as it is about bitter cold. Besides, the cold weather brings phenomenal winter sports and leisure opportunities, from world-class skiing, to dog sleighing and snow shoeing. Towns and cities are well equipped for the low temperatures, cultural activities abound, and if you don't want to you need never venture outdoors, many downtown buildings are connected by walkway systems. Spring is always an exciting time in Canada, with the renewal of the vegetation, migratory birds flying back to nest, and with the promise of warmer weather and longer days.
Summer is usually warm and sunny, even hot in many areas.
There is a huge range of summer activities available in Canada. Stroll around Canada's historic towns and cities and cultural sights in the warm sunshine, or enjoy outdoor shopping in the many markets. Take part in the wide variety of outdoor festivals - from jazz to Shakespeare. With so many lakes and so much ocean coastline, watersports opportunities in Canada are tremendous. Fall is cooler and more comfortable to many.