CANADA

CANADA

Thanks to Guillaume and Killian for their oral presentation on Vancouver

Special  thanks to Alexia , Léa , Marine and Pauline for their oral presentation on Thanksgiving in Canada

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Canada is located in North America and stretches all the way from the Atlantic to the Pacific, being made up of ten Provinces and three Territories. 

To the North is the Artic ocean; Davis Strait on the North East separates it from Greenland, to the East is the Atlantic Ocean; the South is bordered by the United States of America and the West by the Pacific Ocean and Alaska.

Canada is composed of 10 provinces and 3 territories

 

Symbols of Canada

Canada has many symbols that are used to represent it here at home and around the world.

The Flag

The maple leaf flag of Canada was first raised on 15 February, 1965. The flag was designed by George Stanley.

Canadian Colours
Red and white are the official colours of Canada. They were designated Canada's official colours by King George V on 21 November, 1921, in the proclamation of the Royal Arms of Canada.

The Coat of Arms

The Canadian coat of arms were given to Canada by His Majesty King George V on 21 November, 1921.  The arms reflect the royal symbols of Britain and France. On the shield there are the three royal lions of England,  The royal lion of Scotland, the royal harp of Ireland, and the royal fleurs-de-lis of France.  On the bottom of the shield there is a sprig of three maple leaves representative of Canadians of all origins.  The ribbon around the shield has the motto of the Order of Canada: "Desiderantes Meliorem Patriam". (They desire a better country).  The arms of Canada show a royal helmet, which is a barred helmet of gold looking outward and draped in a mantle of white and red. On the royal helmet is the crest. This symbol consists of a wreath of twisted white and red silk on which stands a crowned gold lion holding in its right paw a red maple leaf.  The lion is a symbol of valour and courage. The crest is used to mark the sovereignty of Canada. The supporters on either side of the arms are a lion and a unicorn holding the British and French flags. Under the supporters is Canada's Motto: "A Mari usque ad Mare" (From sea to sea).  At the bottom of the arms are the English rose, the Scottish thistle, the Irish shamrock, and the French fleurs-de-Lis.  At the top of the arms is the imperial crown.

The Maple Leaf and Tree

The maple leaf is Canada's most prominent symbol, recognized as Canadian all around the world. According to many historians, the maple leaf began to serve as a Canadian symbol as early as 1700. The maple tree was officially proclaimed the national arboreal emblem of Canada on 25 April, 1996.

The Beaver

Another symbol of Canada is the beaver. The beaver has played an important role in the history of Canada since the first explorers arrived here and started the fur trade. It has been used in emblems by many Canadian companies throughout the years. From the Hudson's Bay Company to the Canadian Pacific Railway. The beaver was made an official emblem of Canada on 24 March, 1975 when royal assent was given to "an act to provide for the recognition of the beaver (castor canadensis) as a symbol of the sovereignty of Canada".

The Great Seal of Canada

The Great Seal of Canada is used on all state documents such as proclamations and commissions of cabinet ministers, senators, judges and senior government officials. It's made of specially tempered steel, weighs 3.75 kilograms and is 12.7 centimetres in diameter. The seal dates back to the beginning of the reign of Elizabeth the Second. The seal bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, in her robes, holding the orb and sceptre, and shows her sitting on the coronation chair.

Canada Food and Drink

Canadian cuisine is as varied as the country.  

 The French influence in Quebec is easily discernible in the many restaurants that specialise in French fare. 

Areas where particular groups of immigrants have settled have their own distinct specialties; look for German-style cuisine in southwestern Ontario, Ukrainian dishes on the Prairies and Asianfoods in Vancouver, for instance.

Specialities: 

• Fresh seafood (mussels, salmon, lobster, prawns, crab, scallops – the list goes on).
• Steak (the central plains produce first-class beef).
• Game (try venison, elk, bison or caribou).
• Poutine (fries smothered in cheese curds and gravy).
• Maple syrup (often liberally doused on pancakes or French toast).
• Nanaimo bar (super sweet chocolatey biscuit bar layered with vanilla or custard buttercream and topped with chocolate).
• Montreal smoked meat (cured beef usually piled high in a sandwich accompanied by mustard).
• BC roll (British Columbian speciality sushi roll made with rice, seaweed, grilled salmon and cucumber).

Things to know: 

In most provinces, you can only buy spirits from specially licensed liquor stores; 

in Quebec, wine and beer are also available in convenience stores, supermarkets and other locations.

 In wine-producing provinces (primarily BC and Ontario), wine may also be available from winery-owned shops in cities and retail outlets at the wineries themselves. In all provinces and territories, only licensed restaurants and bars (which display the sign 'Licensed Premises') can sell spirits, wine or beer. 

In some provinces, 'BYOB' (bring your own bottle) restaurants allow customers to bring their own wine; the restaurant may charge such customers a small corkage fee for the privilege.


THE FAUNA OF CANADA 

the caribou

The beaver

The Canadian lynx

The grizzly bear

The moose

The muskox

LANDSCAPES

MOUNT LOGAN 

Elevation (feet):	19550
Elevation (meters):	5959
Continent:	North America
Country:	Canada
Range/Region:	Alaska/Yukon Ranges
Range/Region:	Saint Elias Mountains
Province:	Yukon
Mount Logan is the highest peak in Canada and the second highest peak in North America. Height aside, Logan is one of the most massive mountains in the world.