1. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 · 2. Continental VikingContact 8 · 3. Michelin X-Ice Snow · +7
Current winter tires sold in Canada, ranked on ice and snow grip first, then wet and dry manners and value. We cite only independent results we read: the Auto123 2025-26 guide and Tyre Reviews' write-ups of 2025 Nordic tests. Quebec requires winter tires Dec 1 to Mar 15 (SAAQ). BC requires M+S or 3PMSF tires on designated highways Oct 1 to Apr 30, and some routes end Mar 31 (gov.bc.ca).
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