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Canada uses U.S. TERPS. There are approximately 30 different size pattern templates that are used for approximately 120 combinations of altitude and speed. If you follow the holding procedures you will have not less than 1,000 feet of vertical obstacle clearance throughout the holding pattern.

The exception is a climb in hold that is close to the airport such as the KGCN ILS missed approach.
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