Mooseman
Moderator
I always wondered why you guys have never switched to metric. This explains it a bit.
Although Canada has been using the Metric system since the mid-70's, we still use the old Imperial system for a few things like pounds for food, cups and oz. for baking and F for oven temperatures. It's also been pervasive in construction (ft/inches). In fact, most building codes still specify 16 inch on-center for studs and beams. Although we have totally embraced the Metric system, the old Imperial system is not totally forgotten.
Although Canada has been using the Metric system since the mid-70's, we still use the old Imperial system for a few things like pounds for food, cups and oz. for baking and F for oven temperatures. It's also been pervasive in construction (ft/inches). In fact, most building codes still specify 16 inch on-center for studs and beams. Although we have totally embraced the Metric system, the old Imperial system is not totally forgotten.