Canadian Fun Facts
Canada Basics & History
Canadian Eats
Indigenous Culture in Canada
Canada Traditions
100
What animal is an official symbol of Canada?
Beaver
100
What is the capital city of Canada?
Answer: Ottawa
Explanation: Many people guess Toronto because it is Canada's largest city, but Ottawa was chosen as the capital in 1857 by Queen Victoria because it was located between English-speaking and French-speaking regions of the country.
100
What Famous Canadian Treat is named after the official animal of Canada
BeaverTail
Because the fried pastry is hand-stretched to resemble the shape of a beaver's tail, Canada's national animal.
100
What is one Indigenous name often used to refer to North America?
Answer: Turtle Island
Explanation: Turtle Island is used by some Indigenous Peoples to refer to the land now known as North America.
Many Indigenous Nations tell stories of the world being created on the back of a giant turtle, which is why North America is often called Turtle Island.
100
On what date is Canada Day celebrated every year?
Answer: July 1
Explanation: Canada Day is celebrated on July 1 each year and marks the anniversary of Confederation in 1867.
200
Which province produces most of the world's maple syrup?
Answer: Quebec.
Explanation: Quebec produces about 70% of the world's maple syrup and is known for its annual maple syrup harvest.
200
How many provinces does Canada have? Bonus points if you can name them all!
Answer: 10 provinces
Explanation: Canada is made up of 10 provinces and 3 territories. Provinces have powers protected by the Constitution, while territories receive their powers from the federal government.
Bonus: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
200
What fruit is often considered Canada's national fruit because the country produces about 70% of the world's supply?
Answer:
Blueberries
Canada is in fact one of the world's largest producers of wild blueberries, especially in Quebec and Atlantic Canada.
200
The word "Canada" comes from the Iroquoian word kanata. What does kanata mean?
Answer:
Village (or settlement)
Fun Fact:
The word comes from the St. Lawrence Iroquoian language. Early French explorers misunderstood the word and began using "Canada" to refer to the surrounding land.
200
What two colours are most commonly associated with Canada Day?
Answer: Red and White
Explanation: Red and white are Canada's official colours and are featured on the Canadian flag. Many people wear these colours on Canada Day.
300
What percentage of the world's lakes are located in Canada?
Answer: About 60%.
Explanation: Canada has over two million lakes and contains more lakes than any other country in the world.
300
Canada became a country in what year?
HINT- BETWEEN 1830-1880
Answer: 1867
Explanation: On July 1, 1867, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia joined together to form Canada. This day is now celebrated as Canada Day.However, Indigenous Peoples—including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities—had lived on and cared for these lands for thousands of years before Confederation.
300
Poutine is believed to have originated in which Canadian province?
Quebec
Poutine gets its name from Quebec French slang, where “poutine” was used to describe a messy mixture. The name fits because the dish combines fries, cheese curds, and gravy into one warm, comforting meal.
300
What are The three distinct Indigenous groups recognized in Canada.
First Nations
Métis
Inuit
300
Name one activity commonly seen at Canada Day celebrations.
Answer: Fireworks, concerts, festivals, parades, barbecues, picnics, or community gatherings.
Explanation: Communities across Canada celebrate with public events that bring people together to enjoy food, entertainment, and fireworks.
400
Why is a $1 Coin called a Loonie?
Answer: Because it has the image of a Common Loon on water
Explanation: 
400
What are Canada's two official languages?
Answer: English and French
400
Despite its name, ________ pizza was invented in Canada.
Answer:
Hawaiian pizza
Explanation:
Hawaiian pizza was created in Ontario in the 1960s by Sam Panopoulos. It got its name from the brand of canned pineapple used on the pizza.
400
Which Indigenous sport, now played around the world, originated on Turtle Island?
Answer:
Lacrosse
Fun Fact:
Lacrosse was played by Indigenous Peoples for centuries before Europeans arrived and was sometimes called "The Creator's Game."
400
What symbol appears in the centre of the Canadian flag?
Maple Leaf
Explanation: The maple leaf has been associated with Canada for over 300 years and became the central symbol of the Canadian flag in 1965.
500
Which Canadian city is known as the "Oil Capital of Canada"?
Calgary.
many of Canada's largest oil and gas companies are headquartered there. The city serves as a major centre for the country's energy industry, particularly the oil and natural gas resources found in Alberta. While much of the oil is produced elsewhere in the province, Calgary is where many companies manage operations, engineering, finance, and research.
500
What is the Original name often used for the land now known as Canada before Settler Contact?
Answer: Turtle Island
Explanation: Turtle Island is a name used by many Indigenous Peoples for the land now known as North America. The meaning comes from different Indigenous creation stories, where the land is connected to the back of a turtle. This reminds us that Indigenous Peoples were here long before Canada became a country in 1867.
500
What is Canada's oldest original pastry?
Answer:
Butter tart
Explanation:
The butter tart is widely regarded as one of Canada's oldest uniquely Canadian desserts. The earliest published butter tart recipe appeared in Ontario in 1900, and the dessert has since become a Canadian classic known for its flaky pastry shell and rich filling made with butter, sugar, and eggs. Some recipes also include raisins or pecans, making it a friendly source of debate among Canadians!
500
What is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation also commonly known as?
Answer: Orange Shirt Day
Explanation: It honours Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.
500
Canadians often spend Canada Day outdoors. Name three activities Canadians enjoy during the summer.
Answer: Camping, hiking, swimming, barbecuing, canoeing, fishing, beach trips, road trips, etc.
Explanation: Summer is short in many parts of Canada, so Canadians often celebrate by spending time outdoors with family and friends.