Metrication in Canada

Metrication in Canada refers to the process of adopting the metric system (meters, liters, grams) for measurement instead of the imperial system (feet, inches, pounds). Canada began transitioning in the 1970s to align with international standards and improve trade, science, and industry. The change was gradual, with many sectors like manufacturing and science fully metric, while some everyday measurements, like speed limits and weather temperatures, still often use imperial units. Overall, metrication has helped create a unified measurement system, facilitating communication and commerce both within Canada and globally.