Landform Regions
This large bay in northeastern Canada is surrounded by land on three sides and is named after a famous explorer. It is also the name of a popular department store in Canada
Hudson Bay
This happens when a lot of rain or melted snow causes rivers to overflow and cover land
Flood
This is the phenomenon that describes the long-term warming of Earth's average temperature, primarily caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels
Climate Change
These hold the continents and oceans and are slowly but constantly moving around the planet
Plates
The world-famous waterfall on the border between Canada and the United States, known for its massive volume of water and stunning beauty.
Niagara Falls
The province known for its vast grasslands and agriculture, particularly wheat farming. It is one of Canada’s prairie provinces and is home to the city of Regina
Saskatchewan
This natural disaster happens when the ground shakes, and it can cause damage to buildings and roads
Earthquake
This greenhouse gas, which has increased significantly due to human activities, is a major contributor to global warming
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
These boundaries occur when two tectonic plates move toward each other, often causing mountain ranges or volcanic activity
Convergent boundary
Canada’s northernmost territory, which is known for its Arctic climate, glaciers, and wildlife. It’s home to the capital city, Whitehorse
Yukon
This massive geological formation covers much of eastern Canada, stretching across much of Ontario, Quebec, and parts of Newfoundland and Labrador. This area is rich in minerals and contains some of the oldest rocks in the world.
The Canadian Shield
A large, rapidly rotating storm system with high winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters is known what
Hurricane
As the Arctic gets warmer, this thick layer of frozen ground is melting, causing problems for people and animals
Permafrost
When oceanic plates move away from each other, new crust is formed at these types of boundaries
Divergent Boundary
the group of five large freshwater lakes in eastern Canada, which include Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior. These lakes are shared with the United States and are critical for trade and shipping
The Great Lakes
The major mountain range that runs along the western edge of Canada, stretching from British Columbia to New Mexico in the United States. It is known for its rugged peaks and is home to many national parks and ski resorts
The Rocky Mountains
This natural disaster happens when gases and molten rock are expelled from the Earth's crust
Volcanic eruption
This policy, introduced by the Canadian government, charges a fee on carbon emissions from fossil fuels in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage cleaner energy sources
The carbon tax
This part of the earth's interior is hard and rigid, it's the outermost and thinnest layer, only a few miles thick under the oceans and averaging 20 miles thick under the continents
Crust
The largest freshwater lake in Canada, which is also one of the largest in the world. It’s situated in the northern part of Ontario and is known for its clear waters and remote location
Lake Superior
The largest island in Canada, located in the Arctic Archipelago. This island is part of Nunavut and is known for its harsh, icy environment and polar bears
Baffin Island
In 2016, this wildfire, one of the most destructive in Canadian history, forced the evacuation of over 88,000 people from which city in Alberta
Fort McMurray
This Indigenous group has lived in the northern regions of Canada for thousands of years, and their traditional hunting and way of life are threatened by warming temperatures
The Inuit
The only liquid layer of the earth – a sea of mostly iron and nickel. It is roughly 1,800 to 3,200 miles (2,890 to 5,150 km) below the surface and about 1,400 miles (2,300 km) thick.
Outer Core
The province located on Canada’s eastern coastline, known for its rugged cliffs, beautiful beaches, and rich maritime history. It’s also the setting of Anne of Green Gables
Prince Edward Island (PEI)