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Wide open spaces and French-speaking cities

From the European charm of Old Quebec to the turquoise lakes of the Rockies, Canada offers spectacular landscapes and welcoming French-speaking cities. An ideal destination for family trips, studies and business.

CapitalOttawa
LanguagesEnglish and French
CurrencyCanadian dollar (CAD)
Time difference5 hours behind Kinshasa in summer, 6 in winter (Montreal, Toronto)
From KinshasaWith one or two stopovers, about 18 to 25 hours' travel
ClimateContinental: hot summers, very cold winters

Certified Québec City Specialist agency

Wanderlust has completed the three courses of the Académie run by Destination Québec cité, the tourism office of the Québec City region: Québec City at a glance, attractions and activities, local flavours. We prepare your stays in Québec City with real destination expertise.

Certified in October 2026.

When to go?

June to September

Mild to hot summer, festivals, ideal for the cities.

Late September to October

The forests turn red and gold.

December to March

Skiing, snow and Christmas markets.

Must-sees

Quebec City — Canada
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Quebec City

UNESCO-listed Old Quebec and the Château Frontenac.

Niagara Falls — Canada
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Niagara Falls

About 1 hour 30 from Toronto.

Montreal and Toronto — Canada
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Montreal and Toronto

Multicultural cities, festivals and gastronomy.

The Canadian Rockies — Canada
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The Canadian Rockies

The turquoise lakes of Banff and Jasper.

Itinerary idea: 10 days in Quebec and Ontario

  1. 1

    Montreal (3 days)

  2. 2

    Quebec City (2 days)

  3. 3

    Ottawa (1 day)

  4. 4

    Toronto and Niagara Falls (4 days)

Every trip is tailor-made to your dates, budget and wishes.

Study in Canada

Recognised universities and colleges, the possibility of working while studying under current rules, and teaching in French in Quebec and New Brunswick.

The key steps

  • Admission to a designated learning institution (DLI)
  • Study permit applied for online with IRCC, with biometrics
  • In Quebec: Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) before the study permit
  • Depending on the programme, a provincial attestation letter may be required
  • Proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses

Requirements change: check them on official websites. Wanderlust supports you from orientation to settling in; admission is decided by the institutions and the visa by the competent authorities.

Formalities from the DRC

Congolese nationals need a visitor visa, applied for online with IRCC, with a biometrics appointment. Processing can be long: plan several months ahead.

Important (October 2026): due to the Ebola outbreak, Canada currently does not allow foreign nationals who have been in the DRC in the past 21 days to board a flight to Canada, and visas and travel authorisations held by DRC residents are suspended (measure extended until 27 November 2026). Contact us: we follow the situation and will support you as soon as it reopens.

Entry requirements, fees and processing times change regularly: always check the latest information on official websites. Wanderlust helps you prepare your file; the decision rests solely with the competent authorities.

Read: Canada visitor visa from the DRC: building a strong application

Our advice

  • Winter temperatures can drop below -20 °C: bring suitable clothing.
  • Tipping (15 to 20%) is customary in restaurants.
  • Travel health insurance is essential: healthcare is very expensive.

Ready to discover Canada?

Visa, flights, accommodation, transfers: we organise your trip from start to finish.