Sophia's Journey
The Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighbourhood in Montreal
Where did Sophia grow up?
This bustling port city in British Columbia is Canada's largest port and a major hub for trade with Asia.
What is Vancouver?
This iconic Canadian food product is made from tapping the sap of maple trees and boiling it down to produce a sweet syrup.
What is maple syrup?
This essential piece of climbing gear is designed to attach to both the climber's waist and legs, providing points for connecting ropes and other safety equipment.
What is a climbing harness?
This gravity-defying maneuver, performed by monster trucks, involves driving the truck vertically up and over obstacles, often resulting in spectacular aerial flips and rotations.
What is a wheelie?
BSc Agricultural and Environmental Sciences from McGill University
What degree does Sophia have?
This coastal mammal, known for its black and white coloring, is commonly spotted in the waters around British Columbia.
What is the Orca or Killer Whale?
This province is known for its significant dairy industry, producing a large portion of Canada's milk and dairy products.
What is Quebec?
This crucial safety technique involves managing the climbing rope to protect a climber in the event of a fall, utilizing a device and anchoring system to control rope tension and arrest any potential falls.
What is belaying?
This discipline of mountain biking involves riding bikes specially designed for off-road trails with obstacles such as rocks, roots, and technical features.
What is trail riding or cross-country (XC) riding?
Salt Spring Island
Where did Sophia farm?
This provincial park in British Columbia is home to one of the largest ski resorts in North America and offers year-round outdoor activities.
What is Whistler Blackcomb Provincial Park?
This Canadian province is known as the "Breadbasket of Canada" due to its vast agricultural production, particularly of grains like wheat and barley.
What is Saskatchewan?
This principle of climbing ethics emphasizes leaving minimal impact on the natural environment, including avoiding damaging vegetation and leaving no evidence of chalk or gear.
What is "Leave No Trace"?
This Formula 1 Grand Prix event, held annually in June, takes place at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in this Canadian city.
What is the Montreal Grand Prix?
Neighbourhood Farm Schools
What is the educational program Sophia co-founded?
British Columbia hosted the Winter Olympics in this year, showcasing sports such as skiing, snowboarding, and ice hockey.
What is 2010?
This Canadian province is a major exporter of blueberries, producing a significant portion of the world's supply.
What is British Columbia?
This style of climbing involves ascending a route without the use of artificial aids or assistance, relying solely on the climber's physical and technical abilities.
What is free climbing?
This fundamental skill, crucial for maintaining balance and control, involves shifting the rider's body weight forward or backward on the bike to navigate obstacles and terrain.
What is the bunny hop?
Twenty-eight
In 1858, this event sparked a gold rush in British Columbia, leading to a significant increase in the population and the founding of many towns.
What is the Fraser River Gold Rush?
This national organization represents Canadian farmers and advocates for policies and programs that support agriculture and rural communities.
What is the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA)?
This type of rock, known for its sharp edges and exceptional friction, is prominently featured in climbing areas like Squamish, British Columbia.
What is granite?
This Italian racing team, founded in 1950, is the oldest and most successful team in Formula 1 history, boasting numerous World Championships and iconic red cars.
What is Scuderia Ferrari?