business card maker Canada

Business card maker Canada

Design a print-ready business card with local sizes, QR details, and front/back previews.

Create in under 5 minutes
Free online editor
3.5 x 2 in
Print-ready export

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Noah TremblayOperations ConsultantMaple Advisory+1 416 555 0188noah@mapleadvisory.camapleadvisory.caToronto, ON

Local size and print guide

Card size
3.5 x 2 in
Bleed
0.125 in
Safe zone
0.125 in
Orientation
landscape

89 x 51 mm / 85 x 55 mm

Print tips

  • Use 3.5 x 2 in for the standard North American format.
  • Leave space for bilingual English/French details where needed.
  • Use PDF for print shops and PNG/JPG for digital previews.
Local size and print guide

Business card maker Canada: bilingual templates, size, PDF and QR

Use this business card maker Canada page to create a professional card with North American sizing, English/French-ready layouts, QR code fields, front/back preview and print-ready PDF export.

Canadian cards often need more than a generic template. Quebec, national service businesses and bilingual teams may need English and French details, while local service providers need clear phone, region and booking information.

  1. Choose a Canadian template
    Pick a design for corporate, consulting, creative, restaurant, beauty, real estate, freelancer or startup use.
  2. Add English or French details
    Enter your name, title, company, phone, email, website and province or city. Use the back for French or English if needed.
  3. Add logo space and QR code
    Use the QR field for a booking page, portfolio, vCard, bilingual landing page or service menu.
  4. Preview both sides
    Keep the front clear and use the back for a QR code, second language, tagline or key services.
  5. Export for print or sharing
    Download PDF for print shops and PNG/JPG for quick approvals or digital use.

Canadian business card size

The common Canadian business card size is 3.5 x 2 inches, matching the North American standard. This page uses that format by default and includes 0.125 in bleed and safe-zone guidance.

If you work with a printer that requests metric files, 89 x 51 mm is the close equivalent. Keep text, QR codes and phone numbers inside the safe zone.

  • Default size: 3.5 x 2 in
  • Metric equivalent: about 89 x 51 mm
  • Bleed: 0.125 in
  • Best print export: PDF

Canadian etiquette and bilingual use

A Canadian business card should be clear, accessible and easy to scan. For Quebec or national organizations, bilingual cards can be a trust signal. Use front/back structure to avoid cramped copy.

For local services, include city, province or service area. For consultants and agencies, QR codes can point to case studies, calendars or digital vCards.

Template ideas for Canada

  • Corporate cards for accountants, legal, finance and advisory firms.
  • Bilingual cards with English on one side and French on the other.
  • Real estate cards with QR links to listings or valuation forms.
  • Restaurant and beauty cards with booking or menu QR codes.
  • Freelancer cards with portfolio, LinkedIn or calendar links.

PDF, PNG, JPG and QR code

Use PDF for printing because it preserves the 3.5 x 2 inch format. PNG and JPG are useful for sharing design previews or adding a card image to a digital profile.

Test every QR code before sending your file to print, especially if it points to a booking page or bilingual landing page.

Why this Canadian page is stronger

The page combines a business card editor with Canada-specific size guidance, bilingual planning, bleed/safe-zone overlays, QR code support and print-ready export. That gives the page a real local reason to exist.

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Business card maker FAQ

What size are business cards in Canada?

The common Canadian size is 3.5 x 2 inches. The close metric equivalent is about 89 x 51 mm.

Can I make a French business card for Canada?

Yes. You can use French text or create a bilingual front/back layout for Quebec or national audiences.

Can I download a print-ready PDF?

Yes. PDF is the best format for print because it preserves the card size and layout.

Can I add a QR code?

Yes. Use a QR code for a vCard, website, portfolio, booking page or bilingual landing page.

Should I use one-sided or two-sided cards?

Two-sided cards are useful for bilingual information, QR codes, taglines and services. One-sided cards can work for simple networking.

What templates work best in Canada?

Corporate templates work for professional services, while restaurants, beauty, real estate and freelancers often benefit from stronger QR-focused layouts.

Can I use PNG or JPG instead of PDF?

PNG and JPG are useful for digital sharing and approvals. Use PDF when sending the card to a printer.