Winter in Canada: Tips and Hacks to Survive the Winter

There's no such thing as bad weather. Only bad clothes. In this video, we'll show you what to wear for the winter season in Canada!
In this Winter Clothing travel guide video, we'll show you the different types of winter clothing to wear during a trip to Canada in the winter. We'll also discuss some of the popular materials for clothing and wear you can buy it!
Winter is a spectacular time to visit Canada. You just need to dress warm!
Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below!
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0:38: How to Dress for Winter in Canada
4:29: Winter Clothing Tips
9:33: Where to buy winter clothes
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[@Jabe1963]

sweet couple , cant help but notice how her husband look at her with all that love and admiration .

[@lwthslifewiththeholyspirit7849]

You've blessed my day, moving to Montréal and that's exactly what I needed. God bless your couple.

[@uni-ted3223]

thanks you guys! very nice video and good information.

[@ColorofLife101]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful video Have a good day~ 😁👋⚘🌹

[@Jabe1963]

thank you to this lovely couple , your infos are very helpful to first timers asians wanting to visit beautiful Canada

[@kakili2012]

Thanks!! I’ll be moving to Calgary in a few days! Definitely need that for my preference of what to buy to prepare for winter!

[@labellaescrima1996]

you could buy synthetic instead of down because once down gets wet you are done, it will not keep your warm so be careful. Wool merino baselayer, merino socks, merino underwears will do the trick, midlayer a fleece vest or another merino sweater will be fine, for the last layer a good winter jacket will be just fine. Don't forget your tuques (wool) gloves (wool) mittens good quality, buff, baklava, scarf for your neck (you lose a lot of heat from the neck, head). Don't wear only gloves because fingers separated will get cold faster than mittens (fingers together will keep you warm).

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks for this! Very helpful! :P)

[@kanikasingh889]

Aren't merino underwear itchy or scratchy?

[@wapaa26]

Yeah almost every glove🧤I've worn, my finger tips felt like someone was placing a icecube on every tip. As a kid I was shocked at the fact that gloves would keep every part of my hands except the tips of fingers warm.

[@g.p.d.2220]

That’s pretty much what I wear. I work outside (in film/tv; 12+ hour days) so I know cold… Wool is your friend!

[@Jabe1963]

Thank U

[@kerry-annmcpherson1011]

This was really helpful!! Thank you!!

[@roxya2459]

Thanks, been looking for this kind of vlog! Very informative!

[@hannyfer33]

So glad I found this channel, you guys are awesome. Thanks for the tips and be safe 😘😘😘

[@joiskander6090]

Great topic! Growing up in real winter taught me the value of investing in GOOD quality snow boots and coats. Sure, it costs upfront, but they can last years and years with proper care. My big Sorels are 21 years old and still going strong (even the liners), and both my Eddie Bauer jackets (2 lengths, simple style, fleece-lined pockets, plain black, removable hood) are like new 14 years later. Just switch up cozy accessories for a trendier look.

[@MustDoCanada]

yes good point. I think for those living here, it definitely makes sense to invest in good equipment and just keep it in good shape

[@joiskander6090]

@@MustDoCanada Hopefully folks who are just visiting us temporarily during the winter season are able to borrow clothes. I know of friends' families who have bunches of gear set aside specifically for overseas guests. They meet them at the airport with all the necessary outdoor clothing so no one freezes.👍

[@MustDoCanada]

@@joiskander6090 yes, that would be nice. I often wonder how those without family do it. But I guess they just have to buy it all new

[@ejidaniel4326]

Welldone guys for doing a thorough job. God bless you both so richly.

[@edgarllamas8090]

So really helpfully!! My family and i were been planing visit Canada and we are really worried about the harsh winter. But, winter is the only time when we got vacations. Thanks for sharing this video, i enjoyed from the begining to the end

[@mandobizar]

Excellent video!! I'm moving to a mountain town soon so preparing for winter will be very important. I loved that you covered both "budget" and "expensive" options. Thank you!!

[@StarlingofAzerath]

I visited a mountain town and it was a weather shock coming from a desert. 😂

[@user-zm5ye3ld2c]

Informative content!thanks guys!

[@marsuescun9463]

Excellent video!! I'll study there and I had no idea of what to buy for the winter hehe. Thank you soooo much!!!

[@deepudeepthi5353]

Thankyou so much this video is very helpful

[@shehansperera]

very useful info! Thanks, guys!

[@doaa1918]

Very helpful, thanks.

[@alfredodejuan390]

Thanks a lot for the information! I am going to keep this video in the view latter list just in case!

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. We have an article too: www.mustdocanada.com/what-to-wear-for-the-winter-season-in-canada/

[@ujunmaegbuawa8256]

I love your video. It's so informative since we plan coming to Saskatchewan once the boarders are open. Thanks once again.

[@MustDoCanada]

Oh cool. Moving there?

[@danilofiorani3500]

Very very useful infos! Thanks guys!

[@paulohenriqueaguiargomiero6030]

Excellent video, thank you! I've Always said I loved the winter, however I have no ideia what winter like this actually is... Like you said "we have to be prepared". By the way, you are such nice guys!!

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks so much, Paulo. :)

[@rosaurydelvalleviaje4752]

Muy buen video. Lo voy a compartir con mucha gente que nunca ha viajado a temperaturas bajo cero ni extremas como en Canadá. Thanks a lot, well done video to help others with their questions about what to wear in winter in Canada and where to buy

[@MustDoCanada]

Muchas gracias! Alguna otra sugerencia sobre otro video que pueda ayudar a tu próximo viaje a Canadá. Saludos y felices fiestas

[@HarshakaRathnakumara]

Excellent work. And pretty useful.

[@adoodii]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@nhelldelacruz7109]

This is helpful thanks🙂

[@Birdsville2014]

Another great video! As we suffer bushfires and heat here in Australia it was interesting to think of minus 20 degrees C and see the snow!

[@MustDoCanada]

yes, quite the difference eh. We have family near Perth too

[@kimmi5419]

I'm watching from the Caribbean, I've never experienced snow. This is terrifying 😳...but thank you.

[@MustDoCanada]

haha don't worry! You just gotta dress up

[@pavelpan9123]

Thank you!

[@SonCao-ev6cn]

Thank you so much!

[@hermosachica7615]

Tnx a bunch mam❤😊moving to Canada soon n ur video really helps me plan everything

[@MustDoCanada]

Awesome! Where are you moving from?

[@susanne1369]

Thanks a lot! Loved the video! Super informative and fun to watch (I watched the entire video, which is rare for me in general on KZbin😄). BTW, you are such a cute couple😊

[@MustDoCanada]

Glad you enjoyed it! That means a lot :)

[@susie9893]

This was great guys. True Canadians - ever helpful. When I visited Canada I did a combination of borrowing and buying. If I did it again I know I'd do the layering better and I'd probably just hire gear (coat, boots etc) for outdoor activities if I was staying at a ski resort but take a good pair of warm waterproof hiking boots, my ski pants (cos already own) and probably buy an everyday jacket there

[@MustDoCanada]

Where did you rent the gear from when you were here?

[@lucykr4437]

good to know that

[@castella99]

thank you

[@jimgreen5788]

Back when I was younger, toques and beanies were stocking caps, or ski hats. In addition to Salvation Army and Value Village (new to me). there's Goodwill. Also, many cities will have a 2nd.-hand store run by a mission working with homeless, drug or alcohol abuse, etc.

[@KenshoQuest]

Nice clear explanation! I like how you showed the various stores. We live in the tropics and are preparing for our next winter snow trip. It's hard to balance between high quality and not spending too much. 🌺❄Heidi

[@MustDoCanada]

haha yes, especially when its a short trip

[@PinkyMeow2024]

Love you sweet couple. Hope to immigrate to Canada. Watching from Sri Lanka.

[@BarathTirumuruhan]

Great video. Thanks!

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks!

[@g.rkanwal6934]

GREAT LEARNING FROM YOUR VIDEOS ,,GOD BLESS YOU BOTH

[@MustDoCanada]

Our pleasure!

[@joseluismonge2381]

I see is very cool " I take coffee all day.. Greetings 🇨🇷

[@franciscocastillo6058]

Muchas gracias por los tips, ahora tengo mas claro que materiales tengo que buscar. Saludos!

[@MustDoCanada]

Me da mucho que este video te haya ayudado!

[@minzyminz9987]

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[@MarceloNunesPOA]

Very Good! I'm sharing with friends that will be moving from Brazil now in January. Such a challenge for them.

[@MustDoCanada]

Oh awesome! Hope it helps!

[@edwardcokes9871]

Great video ! Keep up the interesting work.

[@MustDoCanada]

Thank you! New video coming out tomorrow!

[@Cjinglaterra]

Don't forget the Carhartt, Berne, and stuff like that. I've worked outside all day in sub-zero temps wearing Berne insulated bibs and a Carhartt coat many times before, and that's Fahrenheit. They are a little bulkier, but they'll last for years and even decades of rough work.

[@lordvoldemort4242]

Good that you mentioned sustainability I love that ❤️

[@avinashbanka]

Wonderful 😊

[@sushilarayamajhi3928]

i like your all video😚 love from Nepal😍😍

[@MustDoCanada]

Thank you! We loved Nepal too

[@addisonburns170]

I'm preparing to move to Michigan for medical school from Texas. I'm getting ready for the culture shock and you two are incredibly helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make this!! Hope you two are well.

[@MustDoCanada]

Oh wow, that's awesome. Glad we could help :)

[@gladia]

I am moving to Toronto now in January 2021 from Brazil so it’s gonna be completely different, I have to prepare myself. Thanks a lot.

[@MustDoCanada]

Good luck!!

[@AbdulHadi-fx5rn]

I'm moving to Toronto in January too. 2021

[@jay5929]

Good luck!

[@NewHorizonsTravel]

wow amazing so beautiful ,new friend here,👍💐💐💐🌹🤝 I await your visit

[@fawadsahil8521]

Very Good Information

[@priscaonyebuchi7403]

Is it just me that is seeing the way the guy is looking at his wife so lovingly?

[@user-cs9zg6do8o]

Thank you so much, it's really interesting video! Very relevant to Russia. Hi from there!

[@MustDoCanada]

yes, it must get equally as cold in Russia. Haven't been yet but hope to one day!

[@harishadhikari7048]

Very informative, sweet couple thanks

[@325iaddict]

That's a Norwegain saying! I would by the way freeze to DEATH in clothes shown up to 6 minutes or so. I need an expedition grade DOWN PARKA with -20°C! I used a Fjallraven "Expedition down parka no. 1" on top of all those layers to keep myself warm when standing there for hours waiting for the polar lights to show up...

[@MustDoCanada]

haha yes, in all honesty, we don't have amazing winter clothing. The best would be our ski outfit but we're also working by skiing and getting warm that way. One day maybe we'll make a big purchase

[@alicehayashi4067]

We just arrived to Toronto last week from the Middle East, this video is so useful!

[@MustDoCanada]

Oh wow, what a difference. You are moving here?

[@alicehayashi4067]

@@MustDoCanada Yes we moved !

[@thiagomaximiano1834]

I would love to see one video like that talking about clothes to work outside, construction and others.

[@MustDoCanada]

Noted!

[@mayaj3762]

OMG I love your snowpants! Do you ever wear them just walking around town? They look great!

[@MustDoCanada]

haha thank you. I definately wear them if going out for a long walk in winter conditions but not just going to the stores haha

[@mr.international429]

Her Accent is so cute!

[@yannreminiac6981]

very interesting because i saw a lot of vidéos from québec but the vloggers don't having talking to the 2 hand juste the "rfiperie" it's a good vidéo to have a choice and to knows prices...thansk dears friends

[@higherspirits55]

hope to catch up with u guys sometime in future.

[@muhammadahsanzia1946]

Very informative video , thumbs up love from pakistan.

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks!

[@biswanathdatta3305]

Nice video brother n sister

[@wtv.no1]

My dad told me if we should move to Canada, I wasn’t to sure because I love snow and didn’t know that in Canada it snowed😂Wow it’s beautiful, I’m from the United States in California and now I think that we should move out🤔🤩

[@MustDoCanada]

Oh really? Yeah, LOTS of snow up here, except in Vancouver. But even there, one drive to the mountains and you;ll find lots

[@ruthbright1381]

Thank you again for a wonderful video. I’m canadian, so it’s always good to know these tips.

[@MustDoCanada]

Your welcome. Oh, so you probably have most of the gear eh

[@infinitetransit2899]

I am wanakai. Is cold . Some time get -50 during winter time. This today maybe -20 only. Sorry bad English

[@talahijazi5693]

So hijab will help a lot in winter haha

[@ARJUN7444]

I am from India very good, very useful video.keep it up

[@mahbuburrahman3319]

I usually don't make comments on yt but spend lots of my time on youtube for studying different things. I just simply wanna appreciate you for your efforts. Both of you are very nice and good. Wish you a long life.

[@bismillahfoodsecrets2671]

Greetings from Canada we are Alberta Calgary , stay connected

[@MustDoCanada]

We are also in calgary :)

[@bismillahfoodsecrets2671]

Let’s do a meetup video

[@Hockeyfan9884]

My reply from all is greatly appreciated.

[@TheGoobyman]

#Wolfpack!

[@Amusicfrommemories]

Hi thank you for sharing this tips to everybody. Specially to those who want to migrate or visit canada. May I ask if what province or city in canada is best to settle? Thanks 😊

[@MustDoCanada]

That really depends on a lot of factors, such as jobs, cost of living, activities, etc. For example, if you really love cities, Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal are probably the most thriving. But Toronto and Vancouver are also crazy expensive. Calgary used to have the most jobs but that's changed a bit. It is cheaper to live and close to the mountains, although the city is much quieter than the previous ones. So, it depends on so much haha

[@jimisjourney]

Its really a helpful video.. And thanks for lovely advice😊

[@arturolh]

New subscriber here! I have watched many videos of you lately and they are very entretaining :) I'm planning to visit Quebec city and Montreal on january.. A friend of mine told me that when it's below -15 C some stores, museums and restaurants close, is it true? Is there anything to consider on the activities I'm planning besides appropiate clothes?

[@MustDoCanada]

hmmm, I don't know about Montreal, but over here in Calgary, no stores would close. Never as far as I know. Schools close only if its -30 or worse. But that's rare. I don't think they will close in -15. That means they would be closed almost the whole winter haha. What activities do you plan on doing? I would say clothes is the most important

[@arturolh]

@@MustDoCanada I'm planning to do some snowshoeing in Jacques Cartier national Park, a bit of hiking and just walking around the city. Thanks for the piece of advice and saludos desde México.

[@umangrevari9732]

How is the mountain warehouse brand?

[@Missballerinaaa]

Hi, what size is the OLIVE GREEN PARKA is she wearing? I think it is TNA BRAND. Just for reference, because I want to order online. Thanks so much!!!

[@MustDoCanada]

I love my parka! It's super warm. Mine is small.

[@KingOfYourMouth]

You sound very Latina (like Salma Hayek) hahaha.. Great video. Greetings from the Philippines. Are you anywhere near Manitoba? I'll be working there soon enough.

[@MustDoCanada]

haha She has been told they look alike too. We're about a 24 hour drive west of Manitoba haha. In Calgary. We did live in Winnipeg in 2015 though. Lots of fun things to do there

[@KingOfYourMouth]

@@MustDoCanada alrighty thank you kindly sir. 😁🍁🙏🇨🇦🇵🇭

[@nitzty]

This will be my first winter here in Montreal 😄I bought boots from Uggs, i was confused between sorel and uggs but sorel one was not comfortable. I am so confused as i have heard a lot about Sorel. What would you recommend, are Uggs good too?

[@MustDoCanada]

It's tough to say because we haven't owned Uggs, but the staff should know. We've heard their warm. I know Sorel more and they have many styles. But of couse, comfort matters a lot!

[@nitzty]

@@MustDoCanada Thank you so much for your reply. I used my boots at Banff this weekend and they turned out to be good.

[@kamalb8296]

Thank you verrrry much. It is very helpful, and u both are so kind and lovable. I’m coming to Quebec in January, so I guess it’s bettter to buy everything from ther

[@MustDoCanada]

haha yes, that's best. Have u seen our Quebec in the Winter video?

[@AM-ox8bh]

whats the difference between silver and golden linings inside the jacket? which one provides better protection from cold?

[@MustDoCanada]

No idea. The silver from columbia is their own technology. I prefer merino wool now

[@mohitbaghat189]

Thank you for so useful content. I have a question. What is the brand name of olive green winter jacket that Karla is wearing in this video, and from where it can be purchased?

[@TravelworldonlineDe]

Hi Matt and Karla, I love your channel and have found quite a lot of interesting information already. Now, I have a blogpost about how to dress in winter in Canada and would love to embed your video in it. Is that okay for you?

[@MustDoCanada]

Thanks, and yes, that's fine. We do have an article as well, however, if you wanna link to that...providing they're different enough.... :)

[@TravelworldonlineDe]

@@MustDoCanada Is it okay, if I link to another topic on your blog instead?

[@MustDoCanada]

@@TravelworldonlineDe Sure, of course :)

[@ahmedmayoof]

Thank you for all the information and for the helpful video, Where can I find a good waterproof and windproof face mask from Toronto please? 🤗

[@MustDoCanada]

I don't think facemasks are waterproof but you can definately find a sportchek, wal-mart, or another sporting good store (MEC as well) that would have something

[@ahmedmayoof]

Must Do Canada Thanks so much for help! Unfortunately I didn’t find them from Walmart at(Dufferin Mall Toronto) last winter, Hope to find them in my next visit to Toronto 😍

[@MustDoCanada]

@@ahmedmayoof hmm, yeah maybe try Sportchek or a sports store like MEC

[@joiskander6090]

@@ahmedmayoof I got mine at MEC (Mountain Equipment CoOp is a well known, four-season, outdoor sporting goods store in the Greater Toronto Area) last season. Sort of like a balaclava, but made out of something that reminds me of scuba gear fabric, if that makes sense? Only saw them in black and they were near the gloves. Tight fitting but comfortable, it makes a nice, warm barrier against the snow, cold, and wind. Sorry, can't remember how much it cost, but it was definitely affordable. ☃️

[@ahmedmayoof]

Joanne Iskander Perfect🙏🏻 MEC look like a great store, Can I receive more details about nearest location in GTA but exactly to Toronto Downtown?

[@hanubabukoka7133]

How's the situation now in Ontario

[@ahmedlz9495]

am going to move to Montréal in just 15 days the coldest weather i experienced is 8°c i am really afraid of the cold that am going to face a hard challenge ahead, wish me luck :)

[@MustDoCanada]

Good luck! It feels very cold there because it’s damp.

[@alexvarughese984]

Very good information but kindly reduce the volume of background music and noise

[@MustDoCanada]

Noted. Thanks for the suggestion

[@Laksha_Tamizini_Canada2015]

What about thermal wear..can u pls explain

[@MustDoCanada]

there are different brand of thermal underwear that traps the temperature in your body l made of merino wool or other synthetic fabrics.

[@happymamas-girlvlog9177]

what type of pants should be wear in winter...

[@MustDoCanada]

Well, for us personally, if we're just around town, we wear normal jeans. For activities, I'd start looking at both an underlayer (like Merino) and snow pants

[@mrsyck4379]

which part of mexico are you?, it's seem you are from jalisco

[@MustDoCanada]

Mexico City

[@Hockeyfan9884]

OK, Switch that around when a person of whom have lived all life in arctic , what suggestions will you give to those .?

[@MustDoCanada]

They could probably give us the advice then :) hah

[@Hockeyfan9884]

@@MustDoCanada ; The day tomorrow is a day we all hope and PRAY is all good ,and give thanks all ĺl

[@Hockeyfan9884]

@@MustDoCanada Oh my goodness, U are 2 funnie on this 1, my tummie is not knot of great resorts, fr, all the best

[@morzariadeep]

you definitely dont wanna scare people when you start the video 😅

[@chrissiebawn9357]

😀🇨🇦😀

[@neonparadise3095]

Snowland, also known as Canada.

[@wallacepelletier698]

Ontario isn’t even a cold province compared to Saskatchewan

[@YuckTradingCo]

Long story short, just wear a hockey jersey and pads year round and you'll be good!

[@MustDoCanada]

haha yes that could work

[@user-vg6em5yv9f]

Hi

[@dorag_bin_turnt6620]

we talking Fahrenheit or Celsius?

[@MustDoCanada]

celsius

[@dorag_bin_turnt6620]

@@MustDoCanada wooo that must be cold! thanks for teh information!