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Current Hummingbird Migration Map
Hummingbird Book of CanadaHummingbird book of Canada
Canada's Hummingbird Book. This 90 Page guidebook provides an abundance of information on attracting the most common hummingbird in Canada--the Ruby-throat. With tips on plant types, feeders and understanding their behavior, you will soon develop a sense of what motivates these birds and how to attract them to your garden. For your copy of "Jewel of the North" visit the PRODUCTS page.
Below are the estimated times when Hummingbirds first show up in each city across Canada. 
Edmonton - Alberta - May 13
Calgary - Alberta - May 10
Regina - Saskatchewan - May 10
Saskatoon - Saskatchewan - May 13
Winnipeg - Manitoba - May 8
Toronto - Ontario - May 1
Quebec City - Quebec - May 7
Fredericton - New Brunswick - May 7
Charlottetown - Prince Edward Island - May 7
Halifax - Nova Scotia - April 22
St. John's - Newfoundland - May 20 ?

   Canada's First Hummingbird Sightings

Canada's first hummingbird sightings for each region
Hummingbird Migration Map
Northern Migration Hummingbird Map

                                     Canada's Last Hummingbird Sightings

Canada's last hummingbird sightings for each region
Hummingbird Migration Map
Southern Migration Hummingbird Map
There are a few exceptions for these dates. These dates are for the Ruby-throated hummingbird and there are up to 5 species which visit Canada, specifically British Columbia. British Columbia has a much warmer climate earlier in the season and therefore they get up to 4 other species visiting as early as February. The departure times, however, are a little closer in line with the remainder of Canada. 

Northern Migration of the Ruby Throated Hummingbird across the United States

Estimated Spring times of the Ruby throated hummingbird across the United States
​Have your feeders out 7-10 days before these estimated times