Maple Leafers
This Cole Harbour, NS native scored the infamous "Golden Goal" in 2010
This herb has the same name as an early Church opponent of the Arian heresy. It is used in one of the most common pasta sauces.
Basil
Pride and Prejudice
This province was the last to join Confederation (in 1949)
Newfoundland and Labrador
This Toronto comedian died suddenly in early 2026, after a 50 year career that started in sketch comedy on SCTV
Catherine O'Hara
His "Marathon of Hope" inspired millions of Canadians, and is celebrating its 45th anniversary this September.
India is the largest producer of this brightly coloured spice, once known as "Indian saffron"
Turmeric
Anna Karenina
This significant find was made in 1947 at Leduc, Alberta
Oil
This major waterway was blocked for roughly 4 months due to major geopolitical events in the area
Straight of Hormuz
She reached world No. 4 in the WTA rankings, although is now No. 180.
Bianca Andreescu
A staple in Russian cuisine, this herb is surprisingly a member of the carrot family.
Dill
"Christmas won't be Christmas without any presents."
Little Women
The name for women sent to New France by King Lois XIV to marry and start families
Les Filles du Roi
This year, the Winter Olympics were hosted in Milan, Italy and its various mountain regions. This region will be the host of the 2030 Games.
The French Alps
This speedy swimmer is the youngest Canadian to ever win multiple Olympic medals.
Penny Oleksiak
This often begrudged plant has revamped its public persona by becoming a key ingredient in a trendy alcoholic beverage.
Dandelion
"Bereshit bara Elohim et hashamayim v'et ha'aretz"
The Bible
The Haudenosaunee Confederacy (AKA Iroquois) were allies of this nation.
England
Toronto just wrapped up its World Cup hosting duties, participating in this number of the FIFA spectacle.
23
This Canadian team has never made it the Stanley Cup Finals.
Winnipeg Jets
This herb's name comes from the Greek words for "joy of the mountain" since it thrives in high altitude Mediterranean climates
Oregano
"Nel mezzo del cammin di nostra vita..."
"Inferno" The Divine Comedy
The year Canadian women gained the right to vote in Canada
1921
Apollo 17