From United States to Canada
When travelling from United States to Canada: Good news: all your United States plug types fit in Canada. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
United States
CanadaYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Canada
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Canada: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 120V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Canada
Canada runs on 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, the same standard used in the United States.
Grid & history
Canada is one of the world’s largest hydropower producers. Quebec, British Columbia, and Manitoba run on near-100% hydro; the Prairies still rely on coal and gas; Ontario uses a mix of nuclear and hydro.
Availability
The grid is very reliable nationwide. Ice storms and winter wind events cause seasonal outages in the east.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets. Type B (grounded) is the norm in newer buildings, while Type A persists in older houses.
Energy mix
Hydropower is the backbone.
Practical tips
- Plugs are identical to the United States, so a US adapter or unmodified US cable works.
- Voltage is 120V, so European 230V-only appliances need a step-down converter.