Canadian Slang & Language
This word, added to the end of sentences, is Canada's most famous verbal habit.
What is "eh"?
This Quebec dish of fries, cheese curds, and gravy is considered Canada's national comfort food.
What is poutine?
Canadians are stereotyped as saying this word constantly, even when someone bumps into them
What is "sorry"?
The sport most stereotypically associated with Canadian culture and national pride.
What is hockey?
This animal appears on the Canadian nickel and is the country's most stereotypically "Canadian" creature.
What is the beaver?
Canadians call this bagged dairy product by a name that confuses most Americans.
What is a "bag of milk"?
Canadians are stereotyped as putting this sweet topping on nearly everything, harvested from maple trees.
What is maple syrup?
Canadians supposedly define their identity largely by explaining how they are NOT this neighbouring country.
What is the United States?
This iconic outdoor garment brand, known for its Arctic Disc logo and extreme warmth, became a Canadian status symbol.
What is Canada Goose?
Canadians are stereotyped as living near vast wilderness, even though most live within 150 km of this border.
What is the U.S. border?
These two languages are the official languages of Canada.
What is French & English
This coffee-and-donut chain is so culturally Canadian it's practically a national institution.
What is Tim Hortons?
This piece of red and white clothing is worn so frequently it's become a Canadian identity cliché.
What is a Canada hoodie / hockey jersey?
Canadians stereotype themselves as doing this to their driveway before 7am without complaining.
What is shovelling snow?
This province is stereotyped as being so flat you can watch your dog run away for three days.
What is Saskatchewan?
In Canada, this word means a winter hat
What is a "toque"?
Canada has more of these freshwater bodies than any other country — about 60% of the world's total.
What are lakes?