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Customs
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To greet someone in Canada you should have a firm handshake and say "Hello,how are you?"
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Or waving with your hand, nod,or saying Hello.
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Canadian commonly speak in French and English.
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Phrases commonly used are Salut(Hi) or Bonjour(Good Day) or Ça va?(How's it going).
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In most places in Canada hand gestures are accepted.
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In Québec it is very offensive to make a "thumbs down" sign.
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Pointing with your index finger is rude.
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It is more polite to use your whole hand.
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