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InterNations - A Place for Canadians in Pretoria

Hello to all of our Canadians in Pretoria! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Canadian expats in Pretoria? Are you looking for advice from other Canadians, e.g. which bars in Pretoria will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for maple pancakes?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Pretoria. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Canadian expats, coming from Ottawa, Vancouver, Montreal and all regions of Canada.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Pretoria

7,773

members in Pretoria

Canadian members

monthly events

118

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Canadians at our events in Pretoria

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Canadians in Pretoria.

Amharic Wonders

15. August 2026, 12:00

3 attendees

Known to the ancient world as Aethiopia, this land served as a bridge between Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Near East. As a centre of trade, culture, and early Christianity, it nurtured a rich spiritual heritage that continues to flourish today. Join us for a lunchtime exploration. RSVP by

InterNations Pretoria: Women's Month Pink Goddess Lunch

30. August 2026, 11:30

1 attendees

InterNations Pretoria End of Winter Lunch Event in Women's Month. Embrace. Empower. Connect. 29th August 2026 11:30AM Goddess Café, Waterkloof Dress in Pink or with a Dash of Pink. RSVP by sending a PM if you are joining as the café is busy on a Saturday.

Pretoria Forts Hike & History Tour

5. September 2026, 09:00

2 attendees

The Pretoria Forts consists of four forts built by the government of the South African Republic (ZAR) just before the outbreak of the Second Anglo-Boer War around their capital of Pretoria, 3 of which were German and 1 French. Let's visit 2 of them and enjoy fresh air, exercise and a glimpse back t

InterNations Pretoria: Spring Picnic under the Fever Trees

8. November 2026, 10:00

1 attendees

Pack a picnic, comfy chairs and a picnic blanket and let's meet for a picnic in the park. Interestingly, the name “fever tree” came from early European settlers who noticed that malaria was common in areas where these trees grew. The mosquito also favoured these swampy habitats. RSVP with your nam

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!