The Rideau isn't just a canal cut (only 10% is man-made), it's a waterway combining canals, rivers and lakes. This makes the Rideau a wonderful blend of urban, rural and natural landscapes. You can see million dollar homes, quaint cottages, and loons swimming in a sheltered, undisturbed bay, all in the same day.
You have do at least what's in the manual (to maintain warranty coverage). More often than that is up to you. With most drivers, the oil change light will come on before 6k miles. I change mine anywhere from 3k to 5k - all depending on convienience for me. 2009 Chrysler T&C Touring 4.0L
Should you change oil as often as every 3,000 miles then? Unless you want to see your mechanic every two months, a 3,000-mile oil change interval is another extreme. If you check your oil 3,000 miles after your last oil change, chances are it will still be pretty clean. Unless you race your car daily, even mineral oil can last longer than 3,000 miles. Most car manufacturers recommend 3,750 to 10,000-mile oil change intervals.