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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.
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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 |
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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 |
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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.
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The Maple Leaf and Tree |
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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
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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 |
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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. |
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 Asian foods 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
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the caribou |
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The beaver |
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The Canadian lynx |
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The grizzly bear |
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The moose |
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The muskox |
LANDSCAPES
MOUNT LOGAN
Elevation (feet): |
19550 |
Elevation (meters): |
5959 |
Continent: |
North America |
Country: |
Canada |
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Alaska/Yukon Ranges |
Range/Region: |
Saint Elias Mountains |
Province: |
Yukon |
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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. |
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