Canada Fun Facts
A famous BC actor who goes by @VanCityReynolds.
Ryan Reynolds
This happened in 1867.
Canadian Confederation
This large river in BC had many Indigenous villages along it for thousands of years.
Fraser River
These are Canada's two official languages.
English and French
This animal is on our one dollar coin.
Loon
He is known for Baby and Intentions.
Justin Bieber
The two European countries that tried to lay claim to the land of Canada.
Britain and France
Samuel Champlain founded this city in 1608, Canada's oldest.
Quebec City
Canada's two official sports
lacrosse and hockey
This large animal lives in the far north. It is on one of Canada's coins.
polar bear or caribou
This sweet treat can be hardened by pouring it onto snow or ice and turned into a sticky "lollipop."
maple syrup
These famous explorers from the Scandinavian countries in Europe are perhaps the first to reach Canada (before it was called that)
Vikings
Bring a parka to visit this newest of territories.
Nunavut
This is the unique characteristic of Quebec that sets it apart from the rest of Canada.
French is the most commonly spoken language
This unique looking animal is sometimes considered our national animal. It is also on a coin.
beaver
Americans call this a beanie or wool hat.
toque
This major Canadian city is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Vancouver
Canada's smallest province.
Prince Edward Island
How are Canadians considered by others?
polite, friendly, say "sorry a lot," love the outdoors etc.
This fish is found along the coast of the Pacific Ocean and is very important to First Nations cultures.
salmon
He said "I want to set an example that will never be forgotten."
Terry Fox
At times in its history, members of this Canadian province have argued for separation from the rest of Canada.
Quebec
In winter months, skaters can traverse down a frozen canal in the middle of this capital city.
Ottawa
This is a French delicacy that includes fried potatoes, cheese, and gravy.
poutine
These crustaceans are famously caught along our Atlantic Coast.
lobster