Canadian Cities

Fun Facts About Canadian Cities

• Guinness World Records recognizes Montreal has having the largest underground pedestrian network in the world. There are almost 20 miles of tunnels beneath the city.
• Toronto's PATH system holds the title for the world's largest underground shopping complex, featuring over 1,200 retail spots and connecting 70+ buildings.
• The Calgary Stampede, held for 10 days every July, is often recognized as "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth." It draws over a million visitors annually and features rodeo competitions, chuckwagon races, live concerts and agricultural exhibitions.
  
• Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. While English is the primary language, the City of Toronto officially offers over-the-phone interpretation in 180 different languages for city services.
• Vancouver is nicknamed "Hollywood North" for its massive film industry, driven by favorable tax incentives and a competitive exchange rate for U.S. studios. It is only behind Los Angeles and New York as a film and production hub.
• Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway is officially recognized as the world's largest naturally frozen skating rink. It stretches nearly 5 miles through the downtown area, acting as a 128-hockey-rink equivalent thoroughfare for residents and visitors alike.
• Founded in 1608, Quebec City is the only remaining fortified city in North American north of Mexico. Its historic walls, which encircle Old Quebec, were built between 1608 and 1871.
• Edmonton remains the largest shopping center in North America. It houses the world's largest wave pool, an amusement park, an ice palace, an aquarium, mini-golf courses, bowling alleys, a multi-level go-kart track, and two themed hotels — all indoors.