Canadian and U.S. citizens need a valid passport; other nationals should check visa requirements with Canadian consulates and apply well in advance; electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) may be required for air arrivals. Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date and consult public health advisories for any temporary entry vaccination rules; check travel advisories from your government for regional safety updates. Declare any restricted items at entry and be aware of biosecurity rules for food, plants, and animal products; COVID-era restrictions are mostly lifted but verify current rules before departure.
Most hotels, cafes and transport hubs in Vancouver, the Rockies and Calgary offer free Wi‑Fi, though speeds can drop in remote mountain towns; cellular coverage is strong along major highways but patchy in backcountry areas, so download maps offline. Local prepaid SIMs from providers like Rogers, Bell and Telus are available at airports and city shops—bring an unlocked phone and ID; eSIMs are also offered by several carriers. Canada uses 120V/60Hz with type A/B outlets; bring a plug adapter if your devices use different plugs and a voltage converter only if equipment isn’t dual‑voltage.