This Month in Canada
Canada in December
Winter returns. Snow across the south by mid-month, deep cold in the north, short days.
Weather
Winter returns. Snow across the south by mid-month, deep cold in the north, short days.
Seasonal activities
Christmas markets, skiing opens, skating the Rideau Canal, holiday lights.
Events
Christmas markets (Toronto, Quebec, Vancouver), New Year Eve, First Night.
Crowds
High around holidays and ski resorts. Quiet early in the month.
Travel costs
Rising sharply the week of Christmas. Early December still value.
What to pack
Full winter kit, festive layers, thermal base layers for outdoor markets.
Destinations
Where to go in December
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