Are you ready to explore the beauty of Canada in just a few hours? Little Canada and Canoo are partnering to offer newcomers an extraordinary opportunity to discover Canada’s iconic landscapes, landmarks, and cityscapes – all meticulously reproduced across 45,000 square feet in stunning 1:87 scale.

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, this tiny world brings Canada to life through miniature displays showcasing the country’s diverse geography, architecture, and people.

The Story Behind the Miniatures

Founded in 2011, Little Canada emerged from Jean-Louis Brenninkmeijer’s passionate vision to share Canada’s beauty through the art of miniatures. After immigrating to Canada in the 1990s, Jean-Louis was inspired by similar attractions he had experienced in Europe and recognized an opportunity to celebrate his new home in this unique way.

What began as a dream evolved into a beloved Toronto experience that took over ten years of planning, designing, and building before officially opening to the public in August 2021. Today, it continues to grow with new destinations added each year.

An image of characters holding a Canadian flag at Little Canada. — Credit: Little Canada

Journey Across the Country Under One Roof

From Toronto’s bustling streets to the majestic mountains and forests on the West Coast, from Old Quebec’s historic neighbourhoods to the East Coast’s coastal beauty, Little Canada offers an immersive cross-country journey without leaving the building.

“We are proud to offer newcomers a unique way to experience the entire country in under 2 hours and invite them to connect with our stories, culture, and community.”

– Brad Ford, President & CEO of Little Canada

What To Experience During Your Visit

Watch Canada Transform from Day to Night

Witness the magic as day turns to night in a 10-minute cycle, with thousands of tiny lights illuminating cities, highways, and buildings. Marvel at the details of iconic landmarks like the CN Tower, Niagara Falls, Quebec City’s Château Frontenac, and the Parliament Buildings – all reproduced with astonishing accuracy and brought to life in little scenes.

An image of miniature Parliament Hill at Little Canada. — Credit: Little Canada

The journey currently features seven destinations:

Little Toronto
Little Niagara
Little Ottawa
Little Quebec
Little North
Little East Coast
Little West Coast

Fun Fact: The completed areas took more than 200,000 hours to build!

With more regions under development, each area offers unique interactive elements that bring the miniature world to life, allowing visitors to engage with Canadian geography and culture in an entertaining and educational way.

Go Behind the Scenes with the Makers

Step behind the curtain and watch Little Canada’s talented artists, engineers, and model makers at work. Observe the creative process at the Maker’s Window as miniature buildings, vehicles, and landscape elements come to life through a combination of traditional model-making techniques and cutting-edge technology.

During scheduled demonstration times, you can interact with the makers and learn about the research, planning, and craftsmanship behind each element, from hand-painting tiny figures to programming complex animations.

An image of a person holding a miniature boat while working at Little Canada. — Credit: Little Canada

Become Part of Little Canada

Create your own permanent legacy by making a “Little Me” – a miniature 3D-printed figurine of yourself! Choose how you want to be represented in this tiny world, whether as a tourist, a new resident, or enjoying your favourite place in Canada.

Once created, you can place your Little Me in one of seven Little Destinations or have it shipped to your home as a unique souvenir. Many visitors choose to leave their Little Me in Little Canada, becoming part of this evolving Canadian story for years to come.

The Canoo Partnership: Making Canada Accessible

Canoo is thrilled to announce its partnership with Little Canada! This collaboration makes Canada’s cultural treasures accessible to those who have chosen to make Canada their new home.

For many newcomers, exploring the entire country can be logistically and financially challenging. Little Canada offers a special solution by creating meaningful opportunities to connect with Canadian identity, history, and geography.

“At Canoo, our mission is to help newcomers fall in love with Canada by connecting them with the people, places, and stories that make this country special. This partnership is more than just sightseeing. It helps create a sense of belonging. By stepping into Little Canada, Canoo members can see themselves reflected in this country with every spot that they recognize. It’s a joyful and imaginative first step into feeling at home.”

– Daniel Bernhard, CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship

This initiative aims to foster a sense of belonging and connection to Canada’s rich culture among newcomers while celebrating the diversity that continues to shape the nation.

Ready to explore Canada in miniature? Download the Canoo app today and book your visit to Little Canada in advance!