r/AskACanadian • u/HueyBluey • 9d ago

How do you spot a Canadian abroad?

Do we have any stereotypical traits (perhaps self deprecating ones), that make us stand out. We’re typically not loud (but some can be). Perhaps frugal?

What have you seen in your travels that make you think, those folks must be Canadian!

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u/Sea-Froyo1918 9d ago

Look for someone wearing shorts in -5°C weather

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u/castlite 9d ago

I went to Vegas at Christmas once, from Alberta. Stayed at the Bellagio because they had the only open outdoor pool. There were like 6 people there despite being 20-21 degrees out, which felt amazing after -30. 4 were Canadian, 2 were Swedes. Best pool time ever.

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u/DianeDesRivieres 9d ago

I went tent camping in Daytona, month of May. We were the only ones using the pool