🇨🇦 Plugs & Voltage in Canada
Type A, Type B · 120V · 60Hz
Voltage
120V
110–127V standard
Frequency
60Hz
AC power
Plug Types
Type AType B
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Check my adapter needs →Plug Types Used in Canada
Type A
Two flat parallel pins
USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan
Type B
Two flat + round earth pin
USA, Canada, Mexico
Do I need an adapter for Canada? Quick answers by home country
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Not needed | Similar (120V → 120V) |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Different (230V → 120V): check device labels |
| Germany / most of the EU | Needed | Different (230V → 120V): check device labels |
| Australia | Needed | Different (230V → 120V): check device labels |
| New Zealand | Needed | Different (230V → 120V): check device labels |
| India | Needed | Different (230V → 120V): check device labels |
Based on the plug types listed above. Phone, tablet and laptop chargers are almost always rated 100–240V and only need a plug adapter; hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often are not. Check any country pair →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What plug type is used in Canada?
Canada uses Type A, Type B. Type A (Two flat parallel pins — used in USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan). Type B (Two flat + round earth pin — used in USA, Canada, Mexico).
What voltage does Canada use?
Canada uses 120 volts at 60 Hz. This puts it in the 110–127V range. Most modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) accept 100–240V and will work fine with just a plug adapter.
Do I need a power adapter for Canada?
If your home country uses different plug types to Type A, Type B, yes — you will need a plug adapter. Whether you need a voltage converter depends on your device. Check the label: if it says '100–240V', you only need a plug adapter.
Do New Zealanders need a power adapter for Canada?
New Zealanders travelling to Canada need both a plug adapter and to check device voltage compatibility — Canada runs on 120V vs New Zealand's 230V.
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