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“Meanwhile, In Canada”: 50 Posts About The Things That Only Happen In Canada (New Pics)
CuriositiesMAR 10, 2025

“Meanwhile, In Canada”: 50 Posts About The Things That Only Happen In Canada (New Pics)

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Every country has something that people associate it with the most. For Italy, it's probably espresso and pasta. When we think about Australia, snakes making their way into your living room probably pop up in our minds. The U.S., in its own right, reminds us of the stereotypes about fast food.
But what connotations does Canada evoke? Polite people and universal healthcare? Freezing winters and hockey? We'd hate to reduce any country to such simplicity, so we've collected some images that might paint a picture from all sides: its people, its nature, and just general awesomeness that happens only in Canada.

#21 They're Actually A Serious Problem Here In Canada

Van from Ontario wildlife removal service, listing creatures like raccoons and Sasquatch. Just-Canada-Things humor.
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Canada also boasts its significance to all the sweet teeth of North America. Hamilton, Ontario, is where the magic of Swedish Fish happens. It's the city that houses the factory where the candy for all of the North American market is made. Never mind the betrayal that the fish don't come from Sweden at all!

#22 Caw Caw Caw

Crow poster on a utility pole with cawing sounds, representing Just Canada Things humor.
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#23 Edmonton Traffic Jam Across The High Level Bridge

Geese and goslings crossing a city road with police car; iconic Just-Canada-Things scene.
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#24 Calm Down Canada, You’re Too Beautiful. I Just Moved Here From Australia, Have Never Been In Snow, Went For A Drive Near Canmore, Pulled Over And Snapped This. Love Your Country

Snowy Canadian landscape with a river and rocky cliffs under a clear blue sky, showcasing Just-Canada-Things.
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When we think of fortified cities, many old European towns probably come to mind. However, Canada has its own walled city, Quebec. It's the only fortified city north of Mexico City in North America that has proper walls all around. It's not medieval, like, say, Dubrovnik, but it has its own charm, with horses and carriages passing by from time to time.

#25 Urban Owl In Vancouver, BC

An owl perched on a metal pole near a chain-link fence at night, representing Just Canada Things.
My boyfriend always gets fooled by those fake owls on buildings so when he was walking to 7-Eleven for a midnight snack he had to take a double-take when he saw this fella. Perched right on the intersection of two main roads, wasn't bothered by us walking by or by the cars. People walked by and didn't even notice it! The owl turned its head to watch them walk by but they couldn't be the wiser. I was surprised to see it sitting so close to the sidewalk. There's some enormous rats living in that "community garden" and the alleyway, so I assume it was hunting. I have no idea what kind of owl it is, I was thinking barred, but it doesn't look quite the same?
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#26 People Leaving Cans Outside So The Homeless Don’t Have To Dig Through The Garbage For Them. I Love Canada

Three soda cans placed neatly on a public trash bin rim, depicting quirky Just-Canada-Things behavior.
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#27 I Completed My 600th Donation At Canadian Blood Services

Man smiling in a clinic, holding a '600 Donations' sign, with a woman playfully posing behind; represents Just-Canada-Things.
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Lastly, let's tackle the Canadian weather. Those who've never been there think that Canada is probably always cold, icy, and snowy. And while winters can get brutal in the most northern cities, it's not winter all year round. In Toronto, it gets up to 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius) during summer. In Vancouver, the temperatures don't drop below freezing even during winter, and summers get as hot as 77 degrees Fahrenheit (25 degrees Celsius).

#28 This Is Fine

A bear on a fence watches a dog in a grassy yard; a scene of Just Canada Things.
This happened today in Coquitlam at a friend’s house. Everyone is okay!
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#29 Please Walk On The Grass Sign In Toronto, Canada

A park sign in Canada encourages people to walk on the grass, exemplifying unique local customs.
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#30 Never Been More Proud To Be Canadian

Person playing hockey on an icy street in a snowy neighborhood, showcasing a typical Canadian winter scene.
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What's your take on Canada, Pandas? Like it, love it, or adore it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and if you're a Canadian Panda, share some more interesting things only true Canadians know! And, if you're still looking for some more Canadian curiosities after that, visit our previous posts about this wonderful country here, here, and here!

#31 Traffic Lights In Prince Edward Island In Canada Are Different Shapes For Color Blind People

Traffic light with unusual green shape among red lights, surrounded by trees. Just Canada Things.
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#32 Geological Strata Of A Canadian Winter

Layered snowbank in front of a building, showcasing unique Canada weather patterns.
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#33 Paddle Board This Morning

Sea lion jumping in front of snowy mountains and relaxing on a buoy, showcasing Just Canada Things in a coastal setting.
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#34 My Mom’s Boyfriend Took This Photo Today. I Guess Everyone Needs Coffee

Two people on horses at a Tim Hortons drive-thru, showcasing unique Canada culture.
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#35 Aurora Over The Howe Sound, Taken From Whytecliff Park

Aurora borealis illuminating a Canadian mountain landscape at night, with a serene lake in the foreground.
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#36 Only In Canada - It Was Below Freezing And Actively Snowing

Man jogging shirtless on a snowy sidewalk, illustrating Just Canada Things.
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#37 Apple Beverage Is 100% More Spooky Than Just Apple Juice

Four "No Name" brand products from Canada: cola, cocoa, apple beverage, and mayonnaise with distinct yellow packaging.
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#38 Pizza Place In Canada Uses Hockey Net As A Pizza Saver

Pizza with Canadian mini hockey net as plastic saver in the box.
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#39 Canadian Winter

Icy stop sign in Canada covered with thick layer of ice, showcasing extreme winter weather conditions.
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#40 The Canadian Government Just Paid Off My Entire Student Loans For My Contributions As A Clinical Mental Health Researcher, More Than 38,000 Dollars

Finance table showing principal amounts and balances, relevant to Just Canada Things.
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