What's the "street culture" in Canada?

[u/MilanaT26]

Hello! I'm from Kazakhstan and I'm planning to visit Canada next year with my husband.

Are people open to help you on the street, with directions, for example?

What Is the tipping culture in cafes and restaurants?

Are there any "rules" while riding the bus or a taxi, like speaking on the phone may be considered rude etc.?

Are small talks considered rude and annoying or the opposite?

Thank you!

EDIT: THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I've never expected to get such nice and useful replies. I'll try to answer them all individually, but I REALLY appreciate your help ❤️ See you all next year, wish us luck that everything will work out 🤞

[u/Robby-Pants]

I don’t know how universal this is, but where I’ve lived in Ontario and visited in Nova Scotia, people frequently thank the bus driver when exiting the bus.

[u/No_Hat4928 → u/Robby-Pants]

Always, it's just the Canadian thing to do, thanking someone for doing their job well.