Sailing
Provincial
Capitals
Capitals
The
Munchies
Munchies
Hobbies
Go Fish
100
This part of the boat catches the wind and propels the vessel forward
The sail. Sails actually act like airplane wings, generating "lift" from the wind to pull the boat forward
100
In 1758 Halifax, capital of this province, was the site of Canada's first representative government
Nova Scotia. It is a scenic maritime province defined by its rich history, massive coastal tides, and Scottish heritage.
100
Logically enough, brands of this snack favourite include Jiffy Pop & Kernals
Popcorn. When a kernel pops, the pressure makes it leap up to 3 feet in the air. It can also expand to over 30 times its original size.
100
Some folks collect stamps; a deltiologist collects these souvenir items that a stamp goes on
Postcard. Did you know that if you lick off a stamp, you actually gain calories. The adhesive backing on an average postage stamp contains about one-tenth of a calorie.
100
This small, orange fish is one of the most common pets found in bowls and aquariums.
Goldfish. Contrary to the popular myth that they only have a three-second memory, goldfish are actually highly intelligent. They can remember things for months, recognize their owners, and even be trained to navigate obstacle courses and perform tricks.
200
This heavy object is dropped to keep a boat from drifting away
Anchor. The weight of the chain drags along the seafloor, acting as a massive shock absorber against tides and waves. It keeps the pull on the anchor horizontal so it stays firmly dug into the ground.
200
Visit the historic ramparts, gates, and artillery positions built between the 17th and 19th centuries by French and British forces in this capital of Quebec.
Quebec City.
200
Get twisted with these ancient treats made from dough that's baked, salted & usually twisted into a loose knot
Pretzels. In 610 A.D., Italian monks made the first pretzels from leftover bread-dough scraps. The twisted knot of the traditional pretzel shape is meant to symbolize arms folded in prayer.
200
Whether you’re catching fish or crocheting a blanket, this curved tool is essential to both
Hook. It is believed that crochet began as an industry in Ireland to create supplemental income during the Irish Potato Famine.
200
Known for its pink flesh, this fish swims upstream to spawn
Salmon. Like many fish, salmon have a 360-degree field of vision. The only area they cannot see is immediately behind them.
300
Before setting sail, make sure all passengers on your boat have one of these floatation devices
Life vest / Life jacket. Did you know Britain’s Royal National Lifeboat Institution made a vest made out of rows of corks. You can see these vests in old photos of Titanic survivors.
300
This Alberta city is called "The Gateway to the North" & in the 2025-26 season, thegateway to 48 Connor McDavid goals
Edmonton. West Edmonton Mall is the largest in Canada. It was the world's largest mall until 2004 and covers an area equivalent to 48 city blocks.
300
It’s playoff time! Break out the chips & this yummy dip made from mashed avocados & cilantro
Guacamole. The earliest known written recipe for guacamole (which included sugar!) was recorded by a 17th-century English pirate named William Dampier.
300
Any lidded glass or plastic container can be used to make these enclosed collections of small plants
Terrarium. Terrariums are self-sustaining, miniature ecosystems enclosed in glass. They create their own internal water cycle through evaporation and condensation.
300
This bottom-dwelling fish is known for its whisker-like barbels and is often caught in rivers and lakes
Catfish. Catfish have about 100,000 taste buds all over their skin and "whiskers," making them literally swim like a giant tongue.
400
You'll need to know directions on the boat, like this "severe" term for the aft-most part
The stern. The “stern” relates to steering, as it was at the back where you'd find the rudder or steering helm
400
It has been the capital of British Columbia ever since the province joined Canada in 1871
Victoria. The city of Victoria is officially named in honour of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, who was the reigning monarch when the Hudson's Bay Company established a fur-trading outpost there in 1843.
400
The cruller, a kind of this fried treat, is made by twisting 2 strips together
Doughnut. With roughly one doughnut shop for every few hundred residents, there are more than 4,600 Tim Hortons locations across the country.
400
Grab you headlamp, spelunking is the exploration of these underground systems in the Earth’s surface
Caves. Aside from the deep ocean, caves remain one of the last truly unexplored frontiers on Earth, offering a fascinating mix of geology, unique ecosystems, and adventure
400
This white fish was so abundant off the East Coast that it helped build entire fishing communities
Cod. A single mature female cod can lay up to 5 million eggs at once, and some Atlantic cod have been recorded laying up to 9 million.
500
The captain of a vessel, famously the one in charge of the S.S. Minnow’s ill-fated “three-hour tour.”
Skipper. A "skipper" is the licensed professional or person-in-command responsible for a vessel's safe navigation and the well-being of everyone on board.
500
From the Latin word for “queen,” this Saskatchewan city was named in honour of Queen Victoria
Regina. Did you know Regina was the very first city in Canada to get and use automated teller machines (bank machines) in 1977.
500
Made with real Canadian cheddar, share these impossibly orange and crunchy puffs with your friends outside the corner store
Cheezies. After World War II, founders James Marker and W.T. Hawkins were experimenting with a machine meant to process cornmeal for animal feed when the puffed, crispy pieces emerged.
500
This number puzzle challenges players to fill a grid so each row, column, and box contains the numbers 1 through 9
Sudoku. The largest Sudoku puzzle ever created had a grid size of 9,999 x 9,999. It was created by a team of researchers at the University of Liverpool and took over 100 hours to solve using a computer.
500
The beluga whale is a mammal; the beluga this is a fish prized for its caviar
Sturgeon. Sturgeons haven’t changed their appearance since the dinosaur era. They look as ancient as in fact they are. These heavy grey monsters have brightly colored sharp crests along their spine and a mouth located on their chin.
