Metric System

Canada uses the International Metric system for temperature, rainfall and snowfall measures, weights and distances. Here are some handy comparisons that will help you with Canadian signs and fuel prices.

Distance
1km = 0.6 miles
1 mile = 1.6km

Speed
30km = 18 miles
50km = 30 miles
60km = 36 miles
80km = 50 miles
90km = 55 miles
100km = 60 miles

Volume
Fuel in Canada is sold in litres. It takes 3.78 litres to make 1 U.S. gallon, and 1 litre is the same as 1.06 U.S. quarts

Weight
1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds
1 pound = .45 kilograms

Temperature
10° Celsius = 50° Fahrenheit
 0° Celsius = 32° Fahrenheit
-10° Celsius = 14° Fahrenheit

Quantities
30cm = 12 inches
10cm = 4 inches
1 meter = 3 feet