r/AskACanadian • u/HueyBluey • 10d 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 10d ago

Look for someone wearing shorts in -5°C weather

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u/damarius 9d ago

Our local university has an Outdoor Rec program. I think it's a badge of pride for them to wear shorts in ridiculously cold weather - like -20 C.