Power Plugs & Voltage in Canada
In Canada, the standard voltage is 120V at 60Hz, and plug types A, B are used.
Your plugs (Type A, Type B) fit Canada's sockets directly.
Same as home. Any device that works there works in Canada.
Check your charger Most phone, laptop and camera chargers are dual-voltage (look for “INPUT: 100–240V” on the label). Those only ever need a plug adapter, never a voltage converter. High-wattage items with heating elements (hair dryers, straighteners, kettles) are the usual exception.Canada mains: 120V, 60 Hz.
Note Identical to the US — Type A/B at 120V 60 Hz. No adapter needed between the two.
Plug types in Canada
2 flat parallel pins (ungrounded, North America / Japan)
2 flat pins + a round grounding pin (North America)
Many modern chargers, laptops, phones and cameras are dual-voltage: their label reads INPUT: 100–240V. Those work anywhere in the world with just a plug adapter — no voltage converter needed. Only single-voltage, high-wattage devices (hair dryers, travel kettles, straighteners) are a real concern in Canada’s 120V supply. Always check the label on your own device.
How to check what you need for Canada
- 01 Pick your home country in the checker above.
- 02 See instantly whether your plugs fit Canada’s Types A & B sockets, and whether the 120V supply is a concern.
- 03 Read the label on each device — 100–240V means a plug adapter is all you need.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Canada?
Canada uses Types A & B plugs. Identical to the US — Type A/B at 120V 60 Hz. No adapter needed between the two.
What voltage is Canada?
The standard mains voltage in Canada is 120V at 60Hz. Most modern chargers and laptops are dual-voltage (100–240V) and work fine; single-voltage appliances from a country with very different voltage may need a converter.
Do I need an adapter for Canada from the US?
Canada accepts US-style Type A/B plugs, so a plug adapter may not be needed — but check the voltage: the US is 120V and Canada is 120V. Use the checker above for your exact home country.
Do I need an adapter for Canada from the UK?
Yes. UK Type G plugs don't fit Canada's Types A & B sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. Voltage is 120V — check whether single-voltage devices need a converter.