What is Canada's climate zone?

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What is Canada's climate zone?

Nathan Chan Nov. 25, 2020Last updated: Nov. 26, 2020

Where or what is the climate zone?

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Robert J. Pierson Nov. 26, 2020, 1:53 p.m.

Canada has several climates zones, and it is important to consider the individual climate challenges of a location in the design phase of a home. You can find your climate zone on this page –

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