Learn to Dive in Canada
Canada’s Highlights
The cold water keeps wrecks in pristine conditions. The water is cold all year-round and it is best to get your drysuit certification before diving in Canada. Divers have the possibility to spot sea lions and sharks. The main areas to dive in Canada are Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Vancouver Island in British Columbia.
When is the best time to go diving in Canada?
November to May has the best conditions and clearest visibility.
Water Temperature: In winter, the water is between 4°C and 10°C. In summer, between 10°C and 15°C.
Currents: Medium to strong
Visibility: Usually between 15 and 20 meters.
Canada’s best dive sites
Browning Wall, Vancouver
A stunning wall dive filled with marine life descending to 20 meters. Soft and hard coral teems with a variety of life.
Sligo Wreck, Ontario
The Sligo sank in 1918 and is over 42 meters at a depth of 20 meters. Due to the cold water, the wreck is in great condition.
RMS Empress of Ireland, Quebec
One of the best wrecks in the world and considered Canada’s mostly deadly maritime disaster. This 172 meter long vessel rests between 24 and 43 meters. Due to challenging currents and low visibility, this dive site is reserved for experienced divers.
About the country
With the longest coastline in the world, nature lovers enjoy visiting Canada. It features more lakes than any other country on earth. Canada boasts 10 percent of the world’s forests and is ideal for hiking. There are over 50 national parks located across the country with 30 of them being larger than some countries.
Recreational Courses in Canada
Dive Centers in Canada
Getting to Canada
Canada is easily accessible from Europe, America, and the Middle East. Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec and Vancouver.
Other important information
- Capital: Ottawa
- Official Languages: English and French
- Demonym: Canadian
- Currency: Canadian Dollar
- Calling code: +1
- Driving Side: right
- Population: Over 36,991,000
- Pressure: PSI
- First Stage: INT/Yoke
