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Packing checklist

The long-awaited study abroad program! But especially for long-term study abroad such as working holidays, you are wondering what to bring. We've put together a list of things you can and cannot buy in Canada, and things that are convenient to bring with you. Make sure you don't panic before you leave!

Valuable and essentials

Be sure to put these items in your baggage.

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Passport

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Be sure to check the expiration date. Those who apply for a working holiday visa or student visa will need a permit to enter Canada.

 

Please note that you will not be able to obtain a visa that exceeds the expiration date of your passport. It is also convenient to print several pages of face photos.

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Ticket / E-ticket

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You will need it when you board the plane. It is safe to have a round-trip ticket.

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Visa permit / eTA

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You will need it to issue a formal visa in Canada. Don’t forget to bring it with your passport.

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School admission permit

Overseas insurance certificate, etc.

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You may be asked to present it when you enter Canada. Don’t forget this with your passport.

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Proof of accommodation

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Print out the address and contact information of your hotel or homestay and bring it with you in your baggage.
It is likely that you will be asked at immigration.

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Credit card

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Credit cards are more predominant than cash in Canada. It is also useful for contracts and identification.
Visa and MasterCard are often used, and JCB is rarely used.

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Canadian Dollar cash

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It is convenient to have some with you in case of transportation or in case of emergency. However, carrying a lot of cash is dangerous, so keep it at most a few hundred dollars.

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European Cash

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It is better to exchange money in Canada than in Europe.

Electric appliances

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Laptop tablet

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It is very convenient to have it, such as having a video chat with your family or collecting information online. Especially for those who go to college, it is essential for reports and assignments.

With an AC adapter, you don’t need to use a transformer, and you can use your familiar computer in Canada. It can be purchased locally.

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Smartphone

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If you purchase a smartphone in Canada, you will have a two-year contract, but even short-term stayers can use prepaid or rental services. If you bring it from Japan, you can use a SIM-free smartphone by inserting the SIM card of a Canadian telephone company. Please use the SIM card distributed free of charge at Admission Hub.

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Electronic dictionary

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It is less bulky and easier to carry than a paper dictionary.

Smartphones also have a dictionary app, but it is recommended that you bring an electronic dictionary as it may not be available offline or some language schools may prohibit the use of smartphones.

 

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Hairdryer

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Due to the difference in voltage between some countries and Canada, a transformer is required when using electrical appliances such as dryers.

Hair dryers are also cheap to buy in Canada, so we recommend buying them locally.

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Transformer

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PCs and smartphones have adapters, so no transformer is required. You will need it if you bring other appliances from Europe. If you are uncertain or traveling to a country other than Canada, you may bring it with you. Check carefully before traveling or using.

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Conversion plug

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Most Canadian plugs have a ground, check if conversion plug is required. If you plan to travel to countries other than Canada, you can bring it with you. You can also buy it in Canada.

Medicine / cosmetics / sanitary products

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Medicine

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Common medicines such as cold remedies can be purchased in Canada, but it is generally said that Canadian medicines are more effective than yours. It’s a good idea to bring your favorite medicine from your country. Poultices are rarely seen here, and ointments are the mainstream.
If you are using prescription drugs, consult with a European hospital or pharmacist in advance and ask them to issue a prescription in English.

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Cosmetics

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In particular, we recommend that you bring familiar basic cosmetics such as lotion. There are shops where you can buy European products, but they are considerably more expensive.

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Cleansing oik / washing pigment

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Cleansing oils are rarely found in Canada. In big cities, you can buy it at MUJI stores, but it is expensive.
Facial cleansers may not suit your skin, so it’s a good idea to bring a familiar one from your country.

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Sunscreen

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Depending on the location, the sunlight may be stronger. Canadian products may not fit your skin, so it’s a good idea to bring them from your country if necessary.

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Handkerchiefs and towels

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Handkerchiefs are rarely seen in Canada. Also, towels are much thicker and bulkier.
In Canada, laundry is often done once or twice a week, so it’s a good idea to bring a thin towel from your country that you can reuse for a week.

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Toothbrush / toothpaste

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Canadian toothbrushes have large heads and may be difficult to use for those who are accustomed to smaller heads. You can also buy toothpaste in Canada, but if you’re familiar with it, bring it with you.

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Glasses

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Buying eyeglasses in Canada is much more expensive than in Europe generally. It is safe to bring a spare in case of emergency.

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Contact lenses, preservatives, etc

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If you are using hard contact lenses ( RGP ), the number of care products is small and the number of
lenses available is limited. You should bring it with you, including a spare.

Clothing

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Underwear, socks, pajamas, and other clothing (long sleeves, short sleeves)

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Bring familiar items from your country for at least a week, depending on the season. You can buy it in Canada and the quality is good.

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Formal and semi-formal clothes

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If you are going to an interview for a working holiday or a job seminar, it is convenient to have one outfit.

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Shoes

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Bring only the minimum items and buy the rest locally. Snow boots are a must, especially in snowy areas, so it’s best to buy them in Canada.

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Winter jacket

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Bring only the minimum items. Many European products are thin, so local procurement is recommended when staying in cold regions such as Toronto and Calgary.

Books

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English reference book

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It’s a good idea to bring a vocabulary book, grammar book, TOEIC / TOEFL, and other countermeasures. However, it is bulky, so keep it to the minimum necessary.

Daily necessities and others

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Stationary

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Stationery in Canada is inferior in quality to Europe. You can buy European products in large cities, but they are expensive.

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Rain gear

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Umbrellas can be bought in Canada, but they are expensive and fragile. Bring something you are used to from your home country.

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Laundry net

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Canadian washing machines are very powerful and clothes are easily damaged. We recommend that you bring your laundry net.
Also, European laundry nets are stronger, and Canadian ones are fragile and expensive.

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Slipper

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Most slippers in Canada are fluffy winter slippers. If you need indoor shoes, you should bring them from home country.

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Sewing

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This is useful for minor problems with clothing, such as when the button has come off. You can also buy it in Canada.

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Clothes compression bag

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Clothing is one of the bulkiest suitcases. It is convenient to have some. You can also purchase locally.

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Portable washlet

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Basically, Canadian toilets do not have washlets. If you are interested, you should bring it with you.

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International driver's license

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If you are staying for a long time, it is more convenient to replace your driver’s license with a Canadian one. If you have an international driver’s license, be careful about the deadline.

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ID photo

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You may want to have some passports in case you lose them. Even in Canada, you can take an ID photo for passport at a drug store.

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European food and sweets

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European food is expensive but relatively easy to get. Some items, such as those containing meat extract, cannot be brought into Canada, so be sure to check in advance.

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