Special considerations in Canada?

[ashaw]

I'm getting ready to build a coop for six chickens. I live in the greater Montreal region, so winters are very cold. I also live adjacent to wooded areas where we have lots of predators (foxes, raccoons). And mosquitos—which I just read might be a problem.

What are some of the special considerations I need to make when building my coop?

Thanks for all your help!

 

[Ridgerunner]

These were written by a lady that lived in Ontario, so she might have some credibility with you.

Pat’s Cold Coop (winter design) page:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=1642-winter-coop-temperatures

Pat’s Big Ol' Ventilation Page
https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=1642-VENTILATION

Pat’s Big Ol' Mud Page (fixing muddy runs):
https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=1642-fix-a-muddy-run

I also suggest you follow the link in my signature.

Good luck and welcome to the adventure.