Some Traffic Advice

For those of you who are coming to Canada and going to drive an RV or any other motorized vehicle, here are some rules and regulations and advice regarding Canadian traffic.
-Be very aware Canadians do not have a clue of what is happening around their vehicles traffic wise. When turning left and a car is approaching in Tokyo they keep waiting until it is passed. This does not apply to pick-up truck drivers, they know how to use their right foot. Basically just have patience, you will need it.
-All speed limits are listed in km/h. Canada turned metric some 30 years ago, but they still talk imperial and distances go by time unit.
-An international drivers license is required!
-Remember that your RV is wide, high and long. It takes some time to get used to that, especially for the sleeping compartment above the cabin, back in 2007 I came close to hitting a parked fifth wheel.
-You may turn right when the traffic light are red, but only after you came to full stop and there is no interfering traffic, right.
-Traffic lights are on the far side of the road, you need to get used to that and it way easier on the neck. The traffic-light can be mounted vertically or horizontally. A blinking green arrow to the left means you are free to turn.
-A stop sign is what it says: STOP. And you better do so, they are keen to fine you and that sets you back some 278 dollars. Stop for at least 3 seconds on every stop-sign; also on the campgrounds. I admit to feel real stupid sometimes when there is nobody around.
-4 and 3 way crossings. They are ideal, first come first serve no matter which way you came or are going. And again always stop.
-You always stop for pedestrians, even if they do not use the designated areas.
-When you stop behind another car make sure you can see it's rear-tires, you are at the correct distance.
-When driving on the highway and you are approaching any rescue vehicle (police-fire-ambulance) slow down to 60, go to the opposite lane and drive by carefully. They are very keen on this.
-For you own piece of mind and the contents of your wallet; just obey the speed limits.
-A pick-up truck parked on a 90 degree angle to the road; probably a speed-trap. When you encounter a strangely or lonely parked car, also probably a speed-trap.
-Watch out for school signs and playgrounds; slow down to 30 km/h
-When pulled over by mr policeman, stay in the car and keep your hands visible for them.
-When planning to visit National Parks, a pass could come in handy. Single entry for two about $20, National pass $136. When retuning your RV you could try to sell it to someone departing, needless to say someone may be offering a pass when you are departing, usually the go for $80-100 but check out the backside on the absence of a signature. If signed offer them 20 bucks, chances they check out your pass are slim to nill but you never know. Look here for Parks Canada passes.
-Look here for current Canadian gas prices, your RV uses about 1 litre per 3-4 km. Probably you have a 136 or 148 litre gas tank. Fun part of filling up here in Alberta is the litres are going faster than the dollars.
-If possible bring an extra (light weight) sleeping bag each, just in case.
-Of course you go to a Tim Horton's to get a coffee and a donut (a assorted box of 12 is only $6.50). Be prepared to be very patient, it can take up to half an hour to be served depending on the amount of customers. After a while waiting in line you start to wonder how on earth they make any money and where all that customer patience originates. I you feel experienced enough handling the RV you could use the drive-thru but usually they are a bit tight.
-First thing you do after picking-up your RV is buying groceries, they are not very wide spread; certainly not in the rural areas. Remember that every camp-site comes with a BBQ and probably are allowed to build a campfire which is great fun to do. Check if your RV comes with an axe, if not just buy a cheap one. Also a small gas-bbq could come in handy for your breakfast bacon and sausages. Buy or bring some cheap steak knives.

A bit more advice as intended, use it to your advantage.