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Canada eSIM
8 data plans · from $10.99 · one-tap install by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
8 data plans · from $10.99 · one-tap install by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Rogers Wireless, Movistar, Verizon, AT&T, Telus.
Setup
Set up your eSIM before you travel — it takes about a minute. Scan once, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
34 plans for Canada, from 3 to 75 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 32 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
23 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Rogers Wireless, Movistar, Verizon, AT&T.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
28 regional plans include Canada. The widest covers 3 countries — worth it if Canada is one stop of several, rather than the whole trip.
Regional coverage starts at $3.99 for 0.48828125 GB over 1 day.
A travel eSIM for Canada is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. It stays dormant until you arrive in Canada, then connects automatically to Rogers Wireless, Movistar, Verizon on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM simply carries your data.
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Canada plans start at $10.99 across 8 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
No. A travel eSIM for Canada is a local data plan, not international roaming — you pay the price you see up front, with no per-megabyte bill from your home carrier. Set the eSIM as your data line and switch data roaming off on your home SIM, and there are no surprises when you get home. Full refund any time before you install, so there’s no risk in buying ahead.
Poutine
A quintessential Canadian comfort food consisting of crispy french fries topped with fresh cheese curds and smothered in a rich brown gravy.
La Banquise in Montreal or food trucks across Quebec.
Butter Tarts
A small pastry tart filled with a gooey, sweet mixture of butter, sugar, syrup, and egg.
Local bakeries throughout Ontario.
Montreal-style Bagels
Smaller, sweeter, and denser than New York bagels, boiled in honey-sweetened water and baked in a wood-fired oven.
St-Viateur Bagel or Fairmount Bagel in Montreal.
Canada connectivity guide
Canada is the second largest country on earth with most of its population in a thin band near the US border, and the coverage map follows that exactly. The cities and the Trans-Canada corridor are well served; the north, the mountain highways and the parks are not, and the distances involved make those gaps consequential rather than annoying. Canadian domestic mobile pricing is also famously high, which is the practical reason most visitors do not buy a local SIM. This guide covers what you get and where it stops.
Read the full Canada guide →Nanaimo Bars
A no-bake dessert bar featuring a wafer and coconut crumb base, custard-flavored butter icing in the middle, and a layer of chocolate ganache on top.
Cafes and bakeries across British Columbia.
Tourtière
A traditional French-Canadian meat pie, typically filled with minced pork, beef, and spices.
Traditional Quebecois restaurants in Quebec City.
Pacific Salmon
Freshly caught local salmon, often served smoked, grilled, or cedar-planked.
High-end seafood restaurants along the coast of Vancouver.
Peameal Bacon Sandwich
Wet-cured pork loin rolled in cornmeal, pan-fried, and served in a soft bun.
Carousel Bakery at the St. Lawrence Market in Toronto.
BeaverTails
Fried dough pastries stretched into the shape of a beaver's tail and topped with sweet treats like cinnamon sugar or chocolate hazelnut spread.
ByWard Market in Ottawa.
Banff National ParkAlberta
World-renowned for its stunning turquoise glacial lakes and dramatic Rocky Mountain scenery.
2-3 days · book ahead
CN TowerToronto
An iconic observation tower offering sweeping views of the city and Lake Ontario, plus the thrilling EdgeWalk.
2 hours · book ahead
Old QuebecQuebec City
A historic, UNESCO-listed fortified city with cobblestone streets and undeniable European charm.
1-2 days
Niagara FallsOntario
Massive and famous waterfalls on the US-Canada border, best viewed from a boat tour.
half day
Stanley ParkVancouver
A massive urban park featuring a scenic seawall, Indigenous totem poles, and the Vancouver Aquarium.
half day
Whistler BlackcombBritish Columbia
A world-class ski resort in the winter and a premier mountain biking and hiking destination in the summer.
1-2 days · book ahead
Parliament HillOttawa
Gothic revival buildings housing the federal government, situated on a hill overlooking the Ottawa River.
2-3 hours
Gros Morne National ParkNewfoundland
Features unique geology, dramatic fjords, and the towering Tablelands.
1-2 days · book ahead
Domestic Flights
Flying is often necessary to travel between provinces due to vast distances. Major carriers are Air Canada and WestJet.
$150-$400
Rental Cars
Widely available at airports and in cities. Requires a valid driver's license and credit card.
$50-$90/day
VIA Rail
The national passenger rail network connecting major cities coast to coast.
$80-$300
Long-distance Buses
Operators like Rider Express, Megabus, and regional lines provide intercity transit.
$30-$80
Ride-hailing
Using apps like Uber and Lyft to request a driver on demand.
$15-$30
Ride-hailing
Uber, Lyft
Available in most major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, but restricted or unavailable in some smaller municipalities and provinces.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Most businesses are closed; public transit runs on a limited holiday schedule. |
| Canada Day | July 1 | Busy parks, local fireworks displays, and some minor business closures. |
| Labour Day | first Monday in September | Marks the end of the summer long weekend; expect busy highways and fully booked campsites. |
| Thanksgiving | second Monday in October | A major family travel weekend resulting in some closures and busy domestic flights. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Almost all businesses, services, and many transit systems are completely closed. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.