Measuring Up

Canadians use both Metric and Imperial Units on a regular basis.

They cook using Fahrenheit, Pounds and Ounces.

They use Celsius and Meters for the Weather.

They buy Gas in Liters.

They drive in Kilometers.

Birth Rates are announced in Pounds and Ounces.

Regular Weights are given in Kilograms.

They buy their Meat and Fish by the Pound.

They buy their Fruits and Vegetables by the Gram and Kilogram.

 

Americans only use the American Customary Unit.

It is similar to Imperial Units used in Canada and the UK, but 1 American Pound (or Foot) has not equaled 1 Canadian Pound (or Foot) since 1832.