Weight is measured in kilograms: 1 kg equals to 2.205 lbs. If you to fly to Canada by air, remember that some airlines limit the weight of unpaid luggage to 20 kilograms (44 lbs). Distance is measured in kilometers. If you want to convert kilometers into miles, multiply the number of kilometers by 6 and divide by 10. For example, 10km x 6 = 60 divided by 10 = 6 miles. If you travel by car, remember that gasoline is measured in liters, not gallons and speed limits are measured in km/h which is indicated on all traffic signs. Try not to exceed the following speed limits: Highways (day): 110 kmph (70 mph); highways (night) : 100 kmph (60 mph); most roads in national parks: 90 kmph (55 mph); city streets: 50 kmph (30 mph); playground zones : 30 km/h (20 mph).
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