Canadian business practices are virtually identical to those in
New Zealand. Canadians are also similar to New Zealanders in
values, history and sensibilities and have an overwhelmingly
positive attitude towards New Zealand.
English is the language of business, except in the province of
Quebec, where French prevails. Business people should be prepared
to deal with some language and translation issues in Quebec.
Market Key Facts
Source: CIA World Factbook (Currency, Population,
Language)
| Key Source Regions/Cities |
Ontario (Toronto), British Columbia (Vancouver), Alberta,
Montreal |
| Direct Routes into New Zealand |
Vancouver - Auckland (Air New Zealand) |
| Airlines |
Air New Zealand |
| Leave Entitlement |
2 - 3 weeks basic per annum |
| Population |
33,487,208 (Jul 2009 est.) |
| Languages |
English, French |
| Currency |
Canadian Dollar (CAD) |
| Peak Booking Periods |
Booking starts from September and peak in September, October
and January. Cruise passengers have a longer lead time. |
| Peak Travel Periods |
November to March |
Doing Business in Canada
See below to download more information on working in the
Canadian market.
Want to know more about doing business in Canada?
Visit the New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
corporate website
Tourism New Zealand's North American office publish a Market
Development Guide and Key Contacts Directory for Canada that are
regularly updated.