On communication services in the Canadian capital
Canada refers to countries rather developed in technological plan, so Communication service here is also provided quality th. But there are characteristic features of which it is important to know.
International Code of Canada - "1". The code of the city of Ottawa - "613". To call this country, type "8-10-1" (if you call the mobile phone, you should dial "+1"), after that - the city code and the number of the called subscriber.
Payphones are plenty here. Payment of calls is made mainly using telephone cards. Buy such you can in the kiosk where they trade with press or cigarettes. The local conversation costs approximately 0.25 CAD, in a minute of telephone communications with Russia pay approximately 2.6 Canadian bucks.
Now About useful rooms which you can come in handy in Ottawa. In the international telephone reference service, call the short number "0"; in the reference service - "411"; Phones of the tourist office, located in the city: 1-800-465-18-67 and "239-50-00"; The contact number of the tourist reference service is Ottawa - "692-70-00". Call the fire service, as well as call an ambulance and the police, by calling "911". In the Paramedikov service - by phone: "411".
About mobile communications
In Canada and in the United States of America, the GSM 1900 standard is supported, unlike the countries of Europe and Russia, there is a Mobile Standard "GSM 900/1800". Whether you can enjoy your mobile phone in Canada, you can find out from the Internet - find a description of the model of your device, there is a supported communication standard. Take advantage Roaming service Subscribers of all the main operators operating in Russia will be able to. Mobile communications in this country, in general, is quite expensive.
Those who are delayed in the country for a long time, I recommend to think about buying a phone with a package of local services. A characteristic feature of mobile communications in Canada - Sims are sold only with mobile phones.
The main local operators are Rogers, Telus and Bell; They have subsidiaries - such as Fido, Kodoo and Solo, and still-use not so long ago Windmobile. Mobile Payment Methods Different: You can make a contract or use prepayment services. When purchasing a contract package of services, you need to deposit several hundred dollars, after which you can get a mobile phone for a very low price - like a bonus, as well as a contract for a long time. Every month from the account will shoot 7 CAD - without taking into account, you called or not, it is called the compounds, or System Access Fee. If you choose the use of mobile communication with prepayment, you can make a choice between different tariff plans and each month to replenish your account. However, if one day you do not replenish it at the end of the month, all the money that remained on the score, you will not be removed with you, and you cannot call anymore; Then you have to re-connect and get a new number.
Now I will describe Some important points that relate to mobile communications both under the contract and prepaid.
Most tariff plans provide for incoming calls. There are options with free, but such packages are much more expensive. Talking subscribers inside the network is paid. Incoming SMS messages will also have to pay, but there are also packets with SMS included. The minimum cost of the outgoing message is 0.15 CAD.
The service determinant is also paid. The room belongs not to the operator, but the subscriber himself, so that you can change the operator, remaining with the same number. More about local operators and tariffs here: http://www.comparecellular.com/.
In general, due to the almost complete monopoly of several operators, Mobile in Canada - one of the highest on the planet . An example of exception can only be the founded Windmobile company, which may be suitable for someone from travel travelers. If we say averaged, mobile communication will cost you 40-50 Canadian dollars per month. So the locals do not particularly like to talk on the phone - call only when it is really necessary.
About Internet Access
Mobile Internet in Canada stands very expensive.
Access to Wi Fay is almost everywhere - at train stations, in public libraries, in gastronomic establishments ... This service can be in different places of both paid and free
About security
In the whole city Low crime level For ordinary in the capital of the country (however, as in all of Canada), it is well followed, and a grave crime here - a very rare phenomenon.
As in any other major city, be vigilant when you are in places of accumulation of people - at train stations, in public transport, close to tourist notes; Do not carry with you large amounts of money, and leave in a hotel at the reception; The same applies to valuable things and documents (make a copy of the copy and take them when traveling around the city).
In winter it is necessary show Caution when traveling on local roads - due to snowfall which can cause serious problems for motorists. Danger is especially increasing on the days of holidays and holidays, when there is a large number of vehicles on the roads - due to this, congestion may occur.
About alcohol
The sale of alcohol products are engaged here. only state shops (The exception is Quebec - local stores are also trade and beer there - DeppaNeurs also traded. These shopping institutions do not work at night, on Sundays (Ontario exception) and on holidays.
A few more useful tips
It is impossible to smoke in public places - the prohibition concerns most of the provinces. For his violation, the penalty is relied.
During communication with local Do not discuss Two topics: first - Fate to indigenous people , and secondly - Quebec independence.
The Embassy of the Russian Federation works on the following schedule: Monday-Friday, 09: 00-18: 00. Located at Ottawa, 285 Charlotte Street. You can find more information on the embassy on its official website: http://www.ridembassy.ca.