Oh Sweet Jesus the old bitch it up..... runnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn- u can tell FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP 2015 IS ON IN CANADA- getting her rum and Coke and stuffing her face....
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Think about it, Canada’s remarkable
But before the election really gets going — before the parties start mudslinging and the chattering classes start handwringing — we should take the opportunity to celebrate our just-completed Canada Day and appreciate our wonderful and unique place in the world.
Canada is a truly incredible place. I tend to think it is the greatest country in the world.
It isn’t because of the weather; it certainly isn’t because of our sports teams — although we still dominate international sports played on ice — and it isn’t even the spectacular natural beauty that makes Canada so great.
The best part of Canada, and the thing that makes this country so outstanding, is the Canadian people.
Canadians are polite and accommodating, yes.
But we are also willing to stand up for what is right.
Canadians are tough — we endure long and cold winters, after all — and we aren’t afraid to fight for what we believe in.
Canadians are loyal, fair-minded and hardworking.
We love our families, our cities, our sports and we love to celebrate the important things in life.
Regardless of whether you were born in Canada or if you chose to make Canada home, regardless of how you choose to pray or worship, where you choose to live, how you vote, whom you love, and how you live your life, so long as you abide by Canadian laws and values, you will find a home in Canada.
Unlike most other places around the world, Canada embraces its diversity and pluralism and Canadians believe our differences make us stronger.
Occasionally, I’ll read some columnist complaining he or she no longer recognizes “Harper’s Canada” and abhorring what the Conservative government has allegedly done to the country, usually because of one policy or law they disagree with.
This strikes me as an awfully superficial vision of Canada.
Anyone who looks at Canada and merely sees politicians is missing out on so much of what this country has to offer.
Canada is more than just a bunch of angry and self-righteous political actors.
Our politicians don’t define us and most Canadians realize that.
For example, many across the country disliked former prime minister Pierre Trudeau.
They disagreed with his policies and opposed his world view.
They were embarrassed to see him on the global stage, cozying up to dictators like Fidel Castro.
But just because they didn’t like the Trudeau government didn’t make them love Canada any less.
They still proudly celebrated Canada Day, sang the national anthem, and waved the flag, while cheering on Team Canada.
The same is true for Harper.
Love him or hate him, he shouldn’t make you any less proud to be Canadian.
Canada is a great place to live and a wonderful place to call home.
But you don’t have to take my word for it; Canada is being recognized as the envy of the world.
Forbes magazine called Canada the best place to do business, the Economist said Toronto is the best city in the world to live in, and the New York Times recently reported that Canada has the richest middle class on the planet.
Canada is a remarkable place.
No one politician or pundit can change that.
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Rules for Flying the Flag
Updated April 2003 - changes will be reflected in new edition of Flag Etiquette publication.- Dignity of the Flag
- Displaying the Flag
- Position of honour
- Half-masting for Mourning
- Disposal of Flags
Dignity of the Flag
The National Flag of Canada should be displayed only in a manner befitting this important national symbol; it should not be subjected to indignity or displayed in a position inferior to any other flag or ensign. The National Flag always takes precedence over all other national flags when flown in Canada. The only flags to which precedence is given over the Canadian flag are the personal standards of members of the Royal Family and of Her Majesty's eleven representatives in Canada (i.e. The Governor General and 10 Lieutenant Governors).The National Flag of Canada should always be flown on its own mast - flag protocol dictating that it is improper to fly two or more flags on the same mast (eg. one beneath the other). Further, the following points should be kept in mind:
- The National Flag of Canada should not be used as table/seat cover, as a masking for boxes or as a barrier on a dais or platform.
- While it is not technically incorrect to use the National Flag of Canada to cover a statue, monument or plaque for an unveiling ceremony, it is not common practice to do so and should be discouraged.
- Nothing should be pinned to or sewn on the National Flag of Canada.
- The National Flag of Canada should not be signed or marked in any way (A border could be attached to the outside edge of the Flag on which it would be acceptable to have signatures leaving the Flag itself untouched).
Displaying the Flag
The National Flag is flown at all federal government buildings, airports, and military bases and establishments within and outside Canada. The flag may be flown by night as well as by day.The National Flag of Canada may be displayed as follows:
Flat against a surface, horizontally and vertically
If hung horizontally, the upper part of the leaf should be up and the stem down. If hung vertically, the flag should be placed so that the upper part of the leaf points to the left and the stem to the right from the point of view of the observer facing the flag. Flags hung vertically should be hung so that the canton is in the upper left corner (Figure 4).
Figure 4
On a flagpole or mast
The top left (first) quarter or canton should be placed in the position nearest the top of the flagpole or mast. When carried, the guidelines listed under "Dignity of the Flag" should be respected.On a flag rope (halyard)
The canton should be placed uppermost, raised as closely as possible to the top with the flag rope tight.Suspended vertically in the middle of a street
The upper part of the leaf should face the north in an east-west street (Figure 5), and face east in a north-south street (Figure 6), thus being on the left of the observer facing east or south respectively.
Figure 5
Figure 6
Projected from a building
Displayed horizontally or at an angle from a window or balcony, the canton must point outward.Affixed on a motor vehicle
The flag must be on a pole firmly fixed to the chassis on the front right.Sharing the same base - Three flags
When only three flags are displayed, the National Flag should be at the centre. To an observer facing the display, the second-ranking flag (in order of precedence) is placed to the left of centre, and the other to the right.A common combination of flags is that of the National Flag of Canada with a provincial or territorial flag, and a municipal flag or an organization's banner. In such a case, the National Flag should be in the centre with the provincial/territorial flag to the left and the municipal flag/organization's banner to the right (to an observer facing the display).
When used to cover a casket at funerals
The canton should be draped over the upper left corner of the casket (Figure 7). The flag should be removed before the casket is lowered into the grave or, at a crematorium, after the service. The flag size for a standard adult-sized casket should be 4 1/2 X 9 feet/ 1.40 X 2.80m.
Figure 7
Position of honour
Due consideration should be given to flag etiquette and precedence whenever the National Flag of Canada or other sovereign national flags or provincial/territorial flags are displayed.The location of the position of honour depends on the number of flags flown and the chosen configuration. When two flags (or more than three flags) are displayed, the position of honour is furthest to the left (to an observer facing the display). When three flags are flown, the position of honour is in the centre (see "Sharing the same base - Three flags")
Precedence
The order of precedence for flags is:- The National Flag of Canada [1]
- The flags of other sovereign nations in alphabetical order (if applicable) [2]
- The flags of the provinces of Canada (in the order in which they joined Confederation)
- The flags of the territories of Canada (in the order in which they joined Confederation)
- The flags of municipalities/cities
- Banners of organizations
- Historical Flags [3]
Alone
When the National Flag of Canada is flown alone on top of or in front of a building where there are two flagpoles, it should be flown on the flagpole to the left to an observer facing the flag.When the National Flag of Canada is flown alone on top of or in front of a building where there are more than two flagpoles, it should be flown as near as possible to the centre (Figure 8).
Figure 8
When the National Flag of Canada is displayed in a place of worship or on a speaker's platform, it should be against the wall, or on a flagpole on the left from the point of view of the congregation audience facing the celebrant or speaker (Figure 9).
Figure 9
When used in the body of a place of worship or auditorium, the National Flag of Canada should be to the right of the congregation or spectators facing the flag (Figure 10).
Figure 10
With flags of other sovereign nations [4]
The National Flag of Canada, when flown or paraded, takes precedence over all other national flags. When flown with the flags of other sovereign nations, all flags should be flown on separate flagpoles/masts and at the same height, all being of the same size, with the National Flag of Canada occupying the position of honour.The National Flag should be raised first and lowered last, unless the number of flags permits their being raised and lowered simultaneously.
With the flag of one other nation, the National Flag of Canada should be on the left of the observer facing the flags; both should be at the same height (Figure 11).
Figure 11
When crossed with a flag of another sovereign nation, the National Flag of Canada should be on the left of the observer facing the flags; the flagpole bearing the National Flag of Canada should be in front of the pole of the other flag (Figure 12).
Figure 12
In a line of three flags, the National Flag of Canada should be in the centre. The other two flags should, in alphabetical order, be placed to the left and right of the National Flag respectively, from the point of view of the observer facing the three flagpoles/masts (Figure 13).
Figure 13
When there are more than three flagpoles/masts, the National Flag of Canada should be flown on the left of the observer facing the flags, followed by the flags representing the other sovereign nations ordered alphabetically. An additional National Flag of Canada may also be flown on the right at the end of the line (Figure 14).
Figure 14
In a semi-circle of flags representing a number of sovereign nations, the National Flag of Canada should be in the centre (Figure 15).
Figure 15
In an enclosed circle of flags representing a number of sovereign nations, the National Flag of Canada should be flown on the flagpole/mast immediately opposite the main entrance to a building or arena (Figure 16).
Figure 16
With a combination of flags of sovereign nations, provinces/territories, international organizations, cities, companies, etc.
In keeping with previously outlined practice, the National Flag of Canada, when flown with different types of flags, should be flown on the left of an observer facing the flags. The position of the other flags is determined by order of precedence (Figure 17).
Figure 17
When displayed with a flag of another sovereign nation, a provincial/territorial flag, a company/association flag or club pennants on a flagpole fitted with a yardarm or a gaff, the National Flag of Canada is positioned as follows (Figure 18):
Figure 18
With flags of the Canadian provinces and territories
When provincial and territorial flags are flown with the National Flag of Canada, the order is based on the date of entry into Confederation of the provinces followed by the territories. In a grouping of flags that includes the National Flag of Canada and all of the flags of the provinces and territories, the order of precedence is:- National Flag of Canada
- Ontario (1867)
- Quebec (1867)
- Nova Scotia (1867)
- New Brunswick (1867)
- Manitoba (1870)
- British Columbia (1871)
- Prince Edward Island (1873)
- Saskatchewan (1905)
- Alberta (1905)
- Newfoundland (1949)
- Northwest Territories (1870)
- Yukon (1898)
- Nunavut (1999)
Display along a wall
Display flanking an entrance
"V" display for visual effect
Carried in a procession
If carried with other flags, in a single file, the National Flag of Canada should always lead (Figure 19).
Figure 19
If carried in line abreast, it is preferable to have the National Flag of Canada at each end of the line (Figure 20).
Figure 20
If only one National Flag of Canada is available, it should be placed in the centre of the line of flags carried abreast (Figure 21).
Figure 21
When the number of flags is even and the National Flag of Canada cannot be carried in the centre (of a line of flags abreast), it should be carried on the right-hand end of the line facing the direction of movement. (Figure 22)
Figure 22
Note: It is suggested that the pole or pike used to carry flags be 7 or 8 feet/ 2.10 to 2.40m in length.
Flown on ships and boats
The National Flag of Canada is the proper national colours for all Canadian ships and boats, including pleasure craft. The Canadian Shipping Act states that a Canadian ship shall hoist the flag on a signal being made to her by one of Her Majesty's Canadian ships, or any ship in the service of and belonging to the Government of Canada; on entering or leaving any foreign port; and if of 50 tonnes gross tonnage or upwards, on entering or leaving any Commonwealth port.Foreign vessels may fly the Canadian flag as a "courtesy flag" when they are berthed in a Canadian port. The flag then is customarily flown from the foremast.
General rules governing merchant vessels and pleasure craft are as follow:
- the flag should be worn in harbour and in territorial waters but need not be worn while under way on the high seas unless the vessel wishes to identify her nationality to another ship;
- whenever possible, the proper place for a vessel to display the national colours is at the stern, except that when at sea, the flag may be flown from a gaff;
- when in harbour the flag should be hoisted at 0800 hours and lowered at sunset;
- when a merchant ship and a warship of any nationality pass or overtake one another, the merchant ship should dip the flag as a gesture of courtesy. If on a staff, the lowest corner of the flag should be brought to the level of the rail and kept there until the salutation is acknowledged by the naval vessel. If flown from a gaff, the flag should be lowered to six feet (1.80m) above the level of the deck, until the salute is acknowledged;
- in times of mourning, the flag may be flown at half-mast, which places the upper corner of the flag next to the staff at approximately three-quarters of full-hoist. As on land, a flag hoisted to or lowered from half-mast position must first be hauled close-up.
Half-masting for Mourning
Flags are flown at the half-mast position as a sign of mourning.The flag is brought to the half-mast position by first raising it to the top of the mast then immediately lowering it slowly to the half-mast position.
The position of the flag when flying at half-mast will depend on the size of the flag and the length of the flagstaff. It must be lowered at least to a position recognizably "half-mast" to avoid the appearance of a flag which has accidentally fallen away from the top of the mast owing to a loose flag rope. A satisfactory position for half-masting is to place the centre of the flag exactly half-way down the staff (Figure 23).
Figure 23 On occasions requiring that one flag be flown at half-mast, all flags flown together should also be flown at half-mast. Flags will only be half-masted on those flagpoles fitted with halyards and pulleys. Some buildings fly flags from horizontal or angled poles, without halyards, to which flags are permanently attached. Flags on these will not be half-masted.
Disposal of Flags
When a flag becomes tattered and is no longer in a suitable condition for use, it should be destroyed in a dignified way.Rules for Half-masting the National Flag of Canada
Notes
- [1] Her Majesty's Personal Canadian Flag, the standards of members of the Royal Family as well as the standard of the Governor General and the standard of the Lieutenant Governor (in his/her province of jurisdiction and when assuming the duties of the representative of The Queen) take precedence over the National Flag of Canada on the buildings where these dignitaries are in residence or where they are attending a function.
- [2] There are exceptions when flying the Union Jack as outlined under the chapter entitled "The Royal Union Flag".
- [3]For rules on flying historical flags along with the National Flag of Canada, consult the Historical Flag Policy and Rules for Flying Historical Flags in Canada for more information.
- [4] The flag configurations shown in figures 11 to 16 also apply when the National Flag of Canada is flown with one or more provincial/territorial flag.
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Canada Crafts and Activities for Kids
Canada Day is on July 1st (every year). Most of the crafts, coloring pages, cards, poems, recipes and worksheets work well for Canada Day and for a "learn about Canada" theme.
Article: Happy Birthday Canada!includes songs, crafts, sunday school ideas and more!
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KidZone Geography - Canadian Provinces - includes information about the provinces and territories and printable worksheets of maps, flags, provincial birds and provincial flowers
Canadian Fast Fact: Canada is the second largest country in the world (by area). The first is Russia.
Interesting Canada Facts
- Population: 35,4 million people (2014)
- Capital: Ottawa 870,000 inhabitants (2011)
- Name: Canada
- Government: Democracy
- Languages: English, French
- Religion: mainly Christians (Roman Catholics and Protestants)
- Currency: 1 Canadian Dollar (ISK)=100 Canadian cents
- National Symbols: Maple Leaf and Beaver
- History: Canada's biggest bay, Hudson Bay, was discovered in 1610. Since the 16th century, both French and English kings have ruled over the country. Canada gained independence from Britain in 1867. Today, Queen Elizabeth II (of England) is still also the Queen of Canada and the head of state. The prime minister elected by the people is Stephen Harper.
Canada Map: Where is Canada?
Canada is in Northern America and shares borders with the United States of America. Canada and the USA actually share the longest international border in the world. It is 8,891km/5,525miles long.The longest part of the border is shared with the US state of Alaska and is more than 2,475km/1,538miles long.
Canada Geography
Canada is a sparsely populated country, most of the people live close to the US-Canada border where the main urban areas such as Vancouver, Montreal, Quebec are.Canada's longest river is the McKenzie River in the North West. The river is 2,635miles or 4,241km long.
The highest mountain in Canada is with 19,551ft or 5,959m the Mount Logan in the Yukon Territory at the border with Alaska.
Canada Attractions for Kids
Here are our favorite Canada attractions for kids:- Niagara Falls: One of Canada's biggest tourist attractions, they were formed in the last Ice Age. The Niagara Falls are the largest waterfalls in Canada by volume of water.
- Quebec City: The Old Town was founded in 1608. Great to see the Frontenac castle buildings from the 18th and 19th century.
- Vancouver: in the West of the country is great for outdoor sports. The Winter Olympics in 2010 took place in Vancouver.
- Toronto: The CN Tower and the Roger's Center are great attractions in this city at the shores of Lake Ontario. Roger's Center is a huge stadium with the world's first retractable roof.
 CN Tower in Toronto | Canada is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. There are many attractions for Canada visitors and kids will love to explore the amazing nature and wildlife. Families also can go on great canoe trips in the national parks. But also the cities have lots to offer to families travelling with kids with stunning museums. |
Canada Facts for Kids: Economy
- Canada is the second largest oil reserve holder after Saudi Arabia. The province of Alberta leads in the production of oil and natural gas in Canada.
- Canada is the leader in uranium mining. And uranium is used in nuclear power plants for producing electricity.
- Canada is the world leader of Hydro Electricity.
- Canada is second in sawn softwood production after the USA.
- The province of Saskatchewan is the main agricultural province in Canada and grows 45% of Canada's grain such as wheat, canola, flax or rye.
Canada Facts for Kids: Canada People
The Canadian people are called Canadians. Most of the Canadian families have roots in England and France, as during the French and British colonised the country and thus many families from 'the old world' immigrated into Canada.Canada has two official languages: English and French. Almost half of the population can speak both languages. The majority of Canadians speak English as first language, but French is the main language in the Quebec province. In Quebec also almost half of the population is bilingual, which means that they are able to speak both languages fluently.
- Main languages are English and French
- Innuit are Canada's indigenous people
- Life expectancy at birth is 81 years
- Literacy Rate is 99%
Innuit FamilyThe inuit live today in modern houses but still build igloos, especially when hunting. The inuit children go to the community's schools, but there are no universities in the North. So if the children decide to go on studying, they have to leave their communities and move to university cities. In the Inuit language, writing text was only begun in the 19th century before they mainly used symbols for writing.
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Canada Facts for Kids References: BBC News: Canada Profile latest update 24 April 2014
Canada Statistics: Government of Canada official website
The Canadian Encyclopedia: various Geo quizzes, last accessed 3 September 2014
Inuit Cultural Online Resource: last accessed 19 December 2014
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Kids Trivia - Animal Fun Facts
Did you know......which animals sleep with one eye open?
... which animals have got hair on their eyes?
... which animals brain is as big as a cherry pip?Answers: Dolphins, bees, ostriches
It is also interesting to learn that...
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... owls are the only birds which can distinguish and see blue colours.
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Myths & Facts about Canada
I've learned some facts about Canada now that I live here myself. But I used to be quite uninformed about Canada while living in the USA. All I knew was that Canada seemed to be a very cold place and not very exciting. After all, what other country could compare to the USA, was what I used to think. How wrong was I!"When I'm in Canada, I feel this is what the world should be like."
-Jane Fonda
The following pages are about facts about Canada, giving you a brief history about Canada, highlighting its geography and wonders of nature, presenting the national anthem and Canadian symbols, and outlining Canada's government and economy, while even serving you some Canadian humour and stereotypes (see below). Through these pages you'll get a sense of Canada's general image in the world. Let's start with a quick list presenting some enlightening facts about Canada, as well as some common myths going around about Canada.
Facts and Myths about Canada
Some general quick facts about Canada:- Second largest country in the world, after Russia, with a land mass of approximately 9,984,670 sq km
- Yet has a population of only 33.5 mln (as of March 2009), which is still less than the entire population of the state of California (36.5 mln as per a 2007 estimate).
- Borders 3 oceans (Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic) and the USA
- 10 provinces and 3 territories, Capital is Ottawa
- 2 official languages, English and French (Quebec speaks mainly French, and New Brunswick is officially bilingual, whereas the rest of Canada speaks mostly English)
- Reputation of a peaceful nation
- Consistently ranked as one of the top 10 best countries to live in
- Kind of a mixture of influences from the USA and Europe
- Higher taxes offer better quality of life, including free healthcare covered by taxes
- High education standards
- Very multicultural; Canada is often touted as a country built by immigrants
- Huge country with a population of about 34 million people leaves lots of room for undisturbed nature
- Canada is a Monarchy (the Queen of England is its Head of State), though Canada is a sovereign democracy
- Harsh winter climate
- Amazing nature scenery and wildlife
- Rich in natural resources: natural gas, oil, gold, coal, copper, iron ore, nickel, potash, uranium and zinc, along with wood and water.
- Though Basketball was invented in Canada, Ice-Hockey is the biggest sport here (Hockey is officially the national winter sport, whereas Lacrosse is the official national summer sport)
- Canadians love Poutine, which is French fries topped with cheese curds and hot gravy
- Apparently they really love their beer :)
Update:
On the 142nd birthday of Canada on July 1st, 2009 (Canada Day), one of Canada's prominent magazines, Maclean's published this article about how Canada stacks up against the rest of the world. Read it to learn more facts about Canada.- Canadians live in igloos (only if they live in the Arctic, but even then it's not the norm)
- They ride dog sleds everywhere (don't worry, we do have cars)
- Polar bears and moose roam in their backyards (no, but black bears do in BC)
- Canadians are lumberjacks and fur traders (please, tell me your country doesn't function on two trades only)
- It snows year round (sure, but we do get a 3 month break for construction season)
- Canadians say "eh", "aboot" and "sowrry", and even "againe" (not all do, but I find it endearing, because it's distinctly Canadian)
Canadian Jokes and Humour
Quotes about Canada
National Anthem and Symbols
Geographical facts about Canada
History of Canada
Canadian Government and Economy
Canadian People and Culture
Canadian Holidays and Celebrations
Canadian Inventions and Famous Canadians
Canadian Media
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Canada History
Canada is a country built upon the many qualities of its people in combination with the natural landscape of geography. Many of the great stories which can be told about the countries history, heritage and culture are set against the backdrop of giant settings such as the Canadian Shield, the Atlantic Coast, the Rocky Mountains, the Arctic and during the presence of giant men and women who shaped events.
Visit some of these places on the site and learn about the people and places that built Canada.
Canada is a country built upon the many qualities of its people in combination with the natural landscape of geography. Many of the great stories which can be told about the countries history, heritage and culture are set against the backdrop of giant settings such as the Canadian Shield, the Atlantic Coast, the Rocky Mountains, the Arctic and during the presence of giant men and women who shaped events.
Visit some of these places on the site and learn about the people and places that built Canada.
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Prehistory | 2 Worlds Meet | New France | England Arrives | Clash of Empires | Revolution | British America | Reform/Revolt | Responsible Government | Confederation | Nation Building | Laurier | The Great War | Roaring 20's | Great Depression | WWII | The Peace | Cold War | Trudeau | PC's in Power | Modern Canada
Fathers of
Confederation |
Maritime Union |
George Brown |
Pan Federalism |
US Civil War |
Canada's Proposals |
St Lawrence Cruise |
Charlottetown |
The Quebec Conference |
The London Conference |
July 1st 1867
July 1, 1867 was a sunny day right
across the country. At midnight of June 30th, the order was given to
let the bells loose and the church towers across Nova Scotia,
Quebec, Ontario and New Brunswick rang out. In all of the major
centres the Queen's proclamation was read out followed by parades
and celebrations. An 101 gun salute also shook the area around
Ottawa in honour of the occasion.
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Ottawa was the site which
witnessed the birth of a new country as the ceremonies were
initiated in the new capital of Canada, an old logging operation
along the Ottawa River which took the name of the River as it's own.
The location was a compromise choice which signalled a new beginning
for the four provinces which now formed Canada. The location which
was in the Northwest part of the four provinces may have indicated
the immense expansion which was to take place over the next 10 years
to the Pacific Coast.
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| The New Parliament Buildings |
Lord Monck became the first
Governor General of Canada and as his first official duty he swore
in John A Macdonald as the first Prime Minister, William McDougall,
E.P. Howland, Tilley, Cartier and Galt as Finance Minister.
Macdonald was made a Knight Commander of Bath by order of Queen
Victoria and the other were made Companions of the Bath. By noon the
official part of Canada on the day of its birth. The celebrations
went on well into the evening with lights, lamps, bonfires and
fireworks lighting the parties and the sky. The great deal had been
done and the colonies had been brought together as one state with
responsible government in the form of the Canadian Parliament.
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| A time to Celebrate |
Actual elections were held on
September 18th, 1867 and on November 7th, 1867 Parliament convened
with John A Macdonald as the victorious Prime Minister.
http://www.canadahistory.com/sections/eras/confederation/July%201%201867.html
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The history of Canada is
defined by many different eras or phases of time that
represent a defined stage of the development of the country.
Each of these eras was a step towards where we are today. We
debate, discuss, disagree, and sometimes violently confront
one another over the meaning, issues and results of these
eras. We rewrite, redefine, rediscover and some times come
to accept the portrait created by historians of these eras
and through that process gain a greater understanding of how
Canada came to the point in history where we now stand at
which helps Canadians use this knowledge in making decisions
about where they will go next.
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Historic Sites
National Events for Canadian Women's History
The Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada has designated the following events to be of national historic significance to Canada.
- Canadian Women’s Christian Temperance Union
Creation of what was the largest non-denominational Canadian women’s organization in the late 19th century. The WCTU was formed in Ontario in 1874.
- Congregation of Notre-Dame
The founding by Marguerite Bourgeoys of this religious group circa 1650 to provide education for children
- Edmonton Grads
Championship women’s basketball team, 1915-40, from Edmonton, Alberta.
Entry of Women in the Military in World War II
Women in the Canadian Women's Army Corps relaxing
(Documentary Art and Photography Division, National Archives Canada, Gift of Artist Molly Lamb Bobak/C-135778)
Women`s service in the Canadian Army, Canadian Air Force and Canadian Navy in World War II
- Women's service in the Canadian Women's Army Corps
- Women's service in the Canadian Air Force
- Women's service in the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service
- Establishment of the National Council of Women of Canada
- First Women’s Institute
Founding of the First Women’s Institute in Canada in 1897
- Formation and development of the Canadian Home and School Federation
- Grey Nuns of Montreal
Foundation of the Grey Nuns by Margaret d’Youville in 1747, to care for the sick
Imperial Order of Daughters of the Empire (IODE)
Mrs. P.E. Doolittle, National President of the IODE 1922-1925.
(National Archives Canada, PA-135282
Founded in 1900 to encourage patriotism and social service
- Newfoundland Outport Nursing and Industrial Association (NONIA)
Creation of an outpost nursing association which provided a range of health care services
- Persons Case
The 1929 decision from the British Privy Council enabled the appointment of women to the Senate, by establishing that Canadian women were full "persons".
- Sisters of Charity of Ottawa
Founded in 1845, began a nursing school in 1890s
- Sisters of Providence
Founded in 1843 by Émilie Gamelin, for the care of the poor and the sick
- Sisters of Ste. Anne
Founded in 1850 by Marie-Esther Blondin for education and care of the sick
- Sisters of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Founded in 1853 by Léocadie Bourgeois as a massionary teaching order
- Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
Founded in 1843 by Eulalie Durocher as a religious school for the young
- Trois-Rivières Historical Complex
Residential and religious district, circa 1700-1770
- Ursulines of Trois-Rivières
Establishment of an order of Sisters that taught for 300 years
- Victorian Order of Nurses (VON)
Creation of a major national organization which provides health services to poor and isolated Canadians
War Brides
British war brides heading to Canada, 2 April 1946.
(National Archives Canada, PA-112368
Contributions of about 48,000 war brides who came to Canada following Canadian participation in World War II
See War Brides (Group Histories) for more info.
- Winning of the Vote by Women
The struggle of Canadian women to achieve the vote
- Young Womens Christian Association (YWCA)
Creation of an organization that supported a greater role for women in workplace, higher education and public service. The first Canadian branch of the YWCA was established in 1870 in St. John, New Brunswick.
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Celebrating Canada: The True North's National Holiday
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Canada's growth spanned more than a century to create the gorgeous and diverse 13 provinces and territories that make up the country today. Each of these regions' citizens celebrate Canadian culture as they know it, with each one understanding the culture as something different than their fellow Canadians. The two coasts are wildly different, but common values and root histories are celebrated and honored on Canada Day every year. If you get the chance to visit these incredible festivities, it's certainly worth the trip.
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Canadians went to war in World War One as a colony of Britain. In World War Two Canadians went to war because they wanted to help protect peace and democracy. Because they're a nation of brave, honorable people who try to settle differences peacefully, and fight like bloody he** when they must, to …
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Although Canada sent most of the troops troops compared to most other countries (26,791), it did not have a very large affect on them. There were 894 canadien casualties. 516 were known to have lost their lives. 378 of which were buried at the UN cametary at Tanggok, a suburb of Pusan. i give fu…
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After World War I, Canada and other Commonwealth countries felt the need for more independence. The Statute of Westminster was part of the process to grant full independence to many of the Commonwealth states. There was discussion between provincial governments of Canada vs. the federal government o…
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%DETAILS% Answer You can't really because it is kind of a nebulous term. Certainly if you took all of the men who signed the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution you would have a pretty good start. Michael Montagne
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It depends on which land you are talking about. French settlers became known as Acadians by making their home in part of Nova Scotia in Canada, around 1605. They were removed from their homes and deported by the ruling English from Nova Scotia in 1755. This is the year they began to arrive in Loui…
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Britain was concerned that the US would take offence to a "kingdom" being located on its border. Nevertheless, Canada is a Constitutional Monarchy. The Canadian Crown exists separate and apart from any other Crown, even though the Crown is worn by the same person, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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Look up each individual nation. Try something like " When did the United States become a full nation?"
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September 10, 1939- one week after France and the United Kingdom. As a colony,I think we were technically at war when the UK declared it. The CBC has PM McKenzie's speech online on its archives. Canada had been a independent nation, able to make it's own decisions, since 1867. The 7 day diffe…
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Instead of correcting this I will just add on slavery dates back to prehistoric man the Jews where slaves in Egypt which surley predates 1400 BC or AD not sure what this fellow above me was on probley a black fellow no disrespect indented. Every culture has been impacted in one way or another by sl…
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In the early 1900's Portuguese immigrants went to work in Canada in the fishing industry. Most of the Portuguese immigrants settled in parts of eastern Canada, like Novia Scotia.
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Canada has a larger land mass than the USA. Canada also has the second biggest land mass in the world behind Russia
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Answer The raid on the coast of France at the town of Dieppe, in August of 1942, was the first time that the Canadians fought directly against the Nazis, on land. They had been active in the air, with many RCAF victories by fighter planes and massive bombing raids by number 6 heavy bomber group, …
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"Canada West" was not a political entity. It was part of the pre-Confederation Province of Canada. "Canada West" was a geographical name that was applied to the territory of the former colony of Upper Canada between February 10, 1841, and July 1, 1867, i.e., between the the Act of Union and Confeder…
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Today The Canadian Northwest Mounted Police Are Know As The RCMP Royal Canadian Mounted Police or the Canadian mounties for short. ==== At first, they were known simply as the Mounted Police. Then they became known as the North-West Mounted Police (NWMP). Later they became the Royal North-West M…
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They were looked down upon. Why? Because around this time, many cowboy movies were popular. Just to please the white audiences, Hollywood was making the white guy the hero and making the Indian look bad. These movies were in fact, the opposite of the truth. The cowboys were actually very rude to N…
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Canada has ten provinces and three territories. Provinces: Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. Territories: Nunavut, Yukon Territory and the Northwest Territories.
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Tension and mistrust arising from the war between New France and 13 English colonies led to the expulsion of the Acadians. The British thought the Acadians were a threat to appropriation of the land. The Acadians also failed to make an unqualified oath of allegiance to the British Crown.
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Some pros were that the colonies would be stronger and more independent. the colonies would have strong central government to control the defense, taxation, postage, currency etc. also the Britain abandoned the mercantilism so the colonies would have to unite in order to survive because Britain no l…
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In the United States, "Independence Day" is celebrated on July 4, and commemorates independence from Great Britain, which was achieved in 1776. Other countries have their own celebrations commemorating their own independent or established status, celebrated on the day they see fit.The idea of Indepe…
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Canadian Mothercraft Society The Canadian Mothercraft Society (Mothercraft) is a non-profit charitable NGO that serves children ages 0 to 6, their families, their teachers and their community. Mothercraft offers a diploma program in Early Childhood Education (ECE), early child development …
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It was made a national symbol in 1975. The beaver was the primary fur traded and trapped by the Hudson Bay Company, and was also shown on Canada's first postage stamp. Most people consider the maple leaf as the principal symbol of Amsterdam.Beaver were trapped by native Indian peoples of North Am…
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Generally speaking a cabinet minister is a political appointee who broadly agrees with the policies of his or her party in a specific field of government. It is their job to carry out the functions, tasks and policies decided upon by the party. Though they are the titular head of a particular depa…
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Answer Exponent Trading Company is a new combination of several strategies for building an online business. Access to giant internet powerhouses like eBay.com and Craigslist.com are blended with a program that involves a team approach via a Network Marketing compensation plan. This brings tog…
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Answer For all practical purposes in 1931 with the passing of the Statute of Westminster. Purely technically, a handful of things like the national flag were nominally subject to approval by Britain till 1982, but this was a formality.
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Answer On September 4, 1885 James Simmons and George Morton were hauling a load of dynamite from Tweed to Burleigh Falls with a horse drawn steel rimmed wagon. The dynamite was to be used for opening the Trent-Severn Lock at Burleigh Falls. At approximately 9.45 AM residents in Lakefield and as…
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Quebec City is known as the crossroads city.
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Almost 90% of people in Canada live within one hundred miles of the USA/Canada border. Toronto, Ontario, which is located on the coast of Lake Ontario, is Canada's most populous city with 2.48 million people in the city proper, 5 million if the entire Greater Toronto Area is included. The area sur…
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Forestry B.C. has more forests than any other province. In fact in B.C. it employs more people than any other job. Also the lumber from B.C. compromises for a large part of the world trade. Mining There is a fair amount mining in Canada. The Albertan badlands contain a good deal of oil. In B.C.,…
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The first Prime Minister of Canada was Sir John A. Macdonald. He was Prime Minister from 1867-1873 and from 1878-1891. His picture is also on the Canadian $10 bill.
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Quebec City because of the independence movement there. It is called this because it is basically stuck in the middle of British and French culture.
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Many were Calvinists or Hugenots. __ Although French Protestants (Hugenots or Calvinists) settled in New France, the predominate faith was Catholic.
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The word kanada was later called as Canada. The meaning of the word is "Village".
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it means dog sleds gather here
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Europe------Not Europe. The first Settlers in this area were Scottish, likely from Canada. Kola has one of Western Canada's oldest Anglican Churches built 1884.
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Canada became independent July1, 1867. Canada is a constitutional monarchy. Our monarch is Queen Elizabeth of Britain. Our prime minister is Stephen Harper.Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories. The capital of Canada is Ottawa. There are a lot of really cool people who live in Canada (hello!)Cel…
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Answer: Like every other country on this earth, canadians have a certain percent of people who are racist, it is unfortunate that these racists are so ignorant of other cultures that they have absolutely no concept of how other peoples live, thank goodness this is only a very small percentage. Most …
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The very first people got to Americas by walking. About 2,000 something years ago people from India and Asia crossing Bering Bridge(Serbia, Russia to Alaska, U.S), at that time the Ice connected Russia to Alaska. So people could cross from Asia to Americas. These people were the Indians, later calle…
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To patriation of a document is essentially 'returning it home'. The patriation of the Canadian constitution was a very significant step in Canada's national history because it was a large legal extirpation of Britain's power over Canada's constitution. Prior to patriation, Canadian officials were no…
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With respect to national elections: 1980 February 18, and 1979 May 22 In 1979 Trudeau led the Liberals to defeat in the 1979 May 22 election against Joe Clark of the Tories, with Ed Broadbent and the NDP placing third. However, in 1980, Trudeau reclaimed victory for the Liberals against Clark and …
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This all depends on whether it is a majority or minority government. If it is a minority government then the average time period between elections is usually between 18 months to 36 months (3 years). If it is a majority government it is usually around 3-5 years.
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First Nations people relied on the land and their ingenuityfor food, clothing, utensils, and weapons. Nothing waswasted. When French, English, and Scottish fur tradersarrived at HBC forts, they brought copper kettles, knives,rifles, wool blankets, flour, and salted meat to trade withthe Woodland Cre…
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The westernmost prairie province in Canada is Alberta.
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Iceland to Greenland, then to North America.
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Lester Bowles Pearson's wifes name is Maryon Pearson (Moody).
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He was apart of an Irish family of six children. He was part of an English-speaking Catholic minority. He learned his french from street friends.
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According to a number of sources, he was born Martin Frobisher (without the "Sir", of course).
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King Henry 4th helped and a couple others i think. go to www.wikipedia.com for even more help!:)
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I'm not completely sure of your question, but Leif Ericsson was famous because he was the first European to discover Amercia. People think and there is evidence that shows that Leif Ericsson descovered a place he called vineland( an island off the coast of Canada) long before Columbus discovered it.…
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She didn't die she just came out with a new book called getting to happy I know because my mom has it.
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Klondike is a region of the Yukon Territory in Northwest Canada, just east of the Alaskan border.
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Fredrick george topham (vc) died suddenly on may 31, 1974 at the age of 56 from being electricuted between work shifts while working at Toronto hydro
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Whitehorse is not a province; it is a city, and the capital of the territory of Yukon.
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John Lambton, Lord Durham, was known as Radical Jack.
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ok the answer of your question is what was 2 teams (quebec and the freach) got very mad at each other then began to fight. So that's the answer to your question!
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Great Britain and France. ---------------------------------------------France had little or nothing to do with the Founding of the Canadian Confederation other than abandoning it's people when it lost a war to Britain. Even Britain played a minor, rubber stamp, role. When used in this context the te…
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PEI aka Prince Edward Island
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George-Étienne Cartier was born on September 6, 1814.
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No he stopped in Thunder Bay which located about halfway across Canada. The cancer from his leg spread to his lungs making it hard for him to breath and he collected over 24 million dollors.
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Martin Frobisher had some discussions about the conflict and discussed them with the first nations. The first Nations at first thought negative about Frobisher but later discussed and skirmished about these conficts
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Pierre Elliott Trudeau was born on October 18, 1919.
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In the early days of him being prime minister he would wear an evening cape when it was in fashion.
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Canada established youth laws because it focuses only on the children therefore as a teen myself they can give a punishment that will result in making us a better person in society. Also our minds aren't as developed as the adults so our crimes and punishments are set differently
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Canada West was not a political entity, and therefore it did not have a capital. Canada West was a geographical part of the pre-Confederation Province of Canada. The capital of the Province of Canada shifted frequently and was variously in Toronto (1849-1852 and 1856-1858), Kingston (1841-1843), Mon…
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The ocean between Canada and England is called The Atlantic Ocean. However as it is the northern portion of the Atlantic it is the North Atlantic Ocean.
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland has only ever ruled Canada and to this day, Canada's mother country (brought into existence) remains the United Kingdom. __ France also ruled over a large part of what became Canada. They settled the East Coast and Quebec and remained until …
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The Treaty of Paris, concluded between the United States and Great Britain at the end of the American Revolutionary War, stated that the boundary between U.S. territory and the British possessions to the north would run "...through the Lake of the Woods to the northwestern most point thereof, and fr…
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National Policy, tariff protection for Canadian manufacturers, was the rallying cry of Sir John A. MACDONALD'sLiberal-Conservative Party in its successful 1878 general election campaign. Alexander MACKENZIE's Liberal Party, in office 1873-78, adhered to a policy of tariffs for revenue purposes - aro…
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There are two. 1. Terry Fox. He had cancer (osteosarcoma), got his leg cut off and got an artificial leg. He ran to raise money and help people who suffer from cancer. Terry Fox did not actually run all the way across Canada. He was forced to stop his epic quest at Thunder Bay, Ontario due to chest …
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Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) allow expedited immigration processing to meet provincial labour market and business needs. There are two types of PNP program, the skilled worker PNP for occupations in demand and the business immigration program designed to allow expedited immigration processing …
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The Hudson's Bay Company sold Rupert's Land to Canada.
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An MLA represents their constituents and their partisan interests in debate on legislation, and vote on its adoption. Many take part in committees that review and amend legislation before presenting it to the legislature, or set the groundwork for other motions that are to be voted on in the legisla…
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British Columbia did want to join Confederation, but BC had not been part of the original negotiations. Therefore Britain told BC to wait until the new dominion became established. Four years later, BC joined Confederation.
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He was one of the Fathers of Confederation bringing in Nova Scotia as one of the charter provinces. I'd say that was a pretty good accomplishment. There are no doubt many others but that seems like a biggie. His short time as Canadian Prime Minister does not seem to have had the same lasting effect.
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Britain saw their North American possessions as liabilities. They cost more money than they produced and put Britain into conflict with the increasingly powerful United States.
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If canada west were to join confederation, they would have to carry the burden of other colonies. Also Canada west has mostly english speaking people while some of the others have french speaking people. If the colonies join together, then there may be conflicts among themselves
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1. Although they are considered an important part of Native American culture, there were no ______ in the Americas before Spanish explorers arrived. (1 point) (0 pts) tomatoes (0 pts) beads (0 pts) deer (1 pt) horses1 /1 point 2. Immigrants from which countries helped Canada's Prairie Provinces beco…
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as much as your mother loves you...she doesnt For those who have never heard of W.L. Mackenzie King, he was Canada's longest serving Prime Minister, during the years 1921-1930 and 1935-1948. He was a known dabbler in the occult and reputedly conducted seances where he attempted to make contact with…
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1. They weren't interested in railways because they travel by sea. 2. Cost of buying goods from Canada would be higher than buying goods from Britain because of the terffis. 3. Ottawa would be to far away for Newfoundlanders to have much influence on government poilicy. 4. Made a living by the f…
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The telegraph really effected Canada in many ways. Except for the fact that poor people couldn't afford these recourses. After time, the telegraph got cheaper because more things were getting invented. Vaa Gee Vaa y u go here? u kno duh Khanada technonololnogy id veri harrrdd. it hell duh peepo gr…
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The British North America Act has been renamed the Constitution Act. It forms the basis of Canada's Constitution, in particular by setting out the division of powers between the federal and provincial governments.
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Who was at the London Conference in 1867 and why were they there?
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In the early 1870s the colony began construction of a railway, however with mounting construction debts, and under pressure from Great Britain's Colonial Office, negotiations with Canada were reinstated. In 1873, Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald, anxious to thwart American expansionism and fac…
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it was because Canada east had more disadvantages, and wanted to have mroe advantages.
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I don't believe PEI did, as it was part of Canada, and not the USA. PEI joined confederation as the 8th province. Previously the people had refused to join due to fears of unequal representation, as well as a clear lack of political and economic advantage, since most of their trade was with the USA…
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quebec people didnt want to join military since they had no ties to Britain but government forced them in 1945 by conscription. quebec's respnse to conscription was quiet because 2463 conscripts reached front. William Lyon Mackenzie King was scared to introduce because he didn't want to go back on…
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Answer In 986, Norwegian-born Eirik Thorvaldsson, known as Eirik the Red, explored and colonized the southwestern part of Greenland. It was his son, Leiv Eiriksson, who became the first European to set foot on the shores of North America, and the first explorer of Norwegian extraction now accorde…
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Settle it. 1. Weren't interested in railways because they travel by sea. 2.Cost of buying goods from Canada would be higher than buying goods from Britain because of the terffis. 3. Ottawa would be to far away for Newfoundlanders to have much influence on government poilicy. 4. Made a living by …
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Answer The Germans had a chance to cripple the British army in Belgium but let them gain a moral victory (albeit a costly material one) by escaping. After that all the western battles were rather indecisive. D Day (Normandy) was a big major battle although rather anticlimatic in …
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Answer Chicago Lawn station was on the south side of 63rd, built into the east side of the railroad embankment (after the tracks were elevated in 1929), giving it an address of 3601 W. 63rd. Several restaurants have operated in the old station building since passenger service ended.
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Answer Nellie McClung, (October 20, 1873 - September 1, 1951) was a Canadian feminist, politician, and social activist. She was a part of the social and moral reform movements prevalent in Western Canada in the early 1900s. She was also the grandmother of outspoken Alberta judge John McClung…
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hey, i have the same coin, if you find out let me know, chris_gruggen.ca. thx!
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New Brunswick, along with Canada West (Ontario), Canada East (Quebec), and Nova Scotia, joined altogether in the year 1867 to form the Dominion of Canada.
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The Acadian Exodus from Nova Scotia happened between 1755 and 1765.
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No. Quebec uses its "distinct society" status to its full advantage, abuses the term and collects much more than its share of national wealth. Many people within Quebec (myself included) realize the rest of the Dominion is sick to death of the nationalist movement. In my opinion, Quebec nationalis…
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The government kept changing in Canada east and west, it was hard to make big decisions. they decided to create a new country called Canada, to solve these issues. When the Americans had a war over slavery, the british helped those who were for slavery, but when the people against slavery won, the p…
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Answer They wanted the oath to be qualified by recognition of their freedom of religion, their neutrality in case of war, and their right to emigrate. http://members.shaw.cfa/kcic1/acadian.html
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Canada was the first country to be created by legislation. The British North America Act (now the Constitution Act) created Canada as a federation, uniting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the pre-Confederation Province of Canada (see section 3). Upon Confederation, the pre-Confederation Province of …
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No.well there are many diffrent theories but alot of them said he was some said he wasnt and some said that he had a love intrest in canada.
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as a result of a land settlement between Canada and the aboriginal poeples of Canada!
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Although Louis Riel was a prominent figure in both the Red River Resistance and the North West Rebellion, he did not start either of them.
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The main downside of Confederation was that it set the stage for a divided Canada, since it joined the French speaking province of Quebec with other, English speaking, provinces. Confederation also guaranteed Quebec special privileges which haunt Canadians to this day (a certain number/percentage of…
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Riding Mountain National Park in Manitoba, Canada. Established in 1929, there were no Canadian National Parks established in 1910. The United States' 10th national park, Glacier National Park, was established in 1910.
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Answer Terry was only 18 years old when he was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma (bone cancer) and forced to have his right leg amputated 15 centimetres (six inches) above the knee in 1977.
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Terry fox died because the cancer that was in his leg (which caused it to be amputated) spread to his lungs during the course of his marathon.
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Answer The most densely populated parts are all located within about 150km. of the US/Canada border. However, most of the country could be populated. The climate becomes inhospitable in the far north but native people live there on the ice and catch seals and fish for food.
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Some people left for other countries, some stayed and settle in that country. Some still went on and search for gold.
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According to CBS News of November 26, 2010:Since 2002, 158 members of the Canadian Forces have been killed serving in the Afghanistan mission.Four Canadian civilians have also been killed, including one diplomat, one journalist and two aid workers. (See the Related link for more detailed information…
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for warmth and protection>> regarding Nisga'a use of blankets & copper shields << The Nisga'a regard both of these items to be of extreme value. Copper shields being the most valuable of the two. Owning at least one shield showed great wealth. A chieftain would "ant'aaphl hayats…
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Answer Its in the northern part of Canada. Its very cold in winter and there aren't any cities nearby. Answer Hudson Bay is in northeastern Canada.
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Answer September 1, 1905 No it was September 1st, 1905 they wanted to join confederation because of the fact that the gold rush and everything that was going on back then was so crazy they joined confederation to get on the good side of the world and John A. Mcdonald thougt that it would be a go…
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Yes. A market economy is one in which owners of capital are free to produce whatever quantities of any goods and services for which they believe there is a market. They are then free to sell their goods and services at whatever price the market will provide, without government interference. Of c…
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Historically much of their clothing was made of seal skin and caribou hides but modern Inuit have much the same clothing as we do for cold weather. It is a dying art to make clothes from animal hides.
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There are a couple from the Canadian National Archives at the related link below. These are probably modern interpretations though, like the portraits of Champlain himself.
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Inuit word for grandmother is called (Aanak). My father's mother is my Aanak.Inuit word for grandma is called (Anaatsiaq). My mother's mother is my Anaanatsiaq.Each different group of Inuit have their own language. There is no universal Inuit language.
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I believe they used American Huskeys as well as Siberian Malamutes and may have used some mixed breeds as well.
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To make pottery one needs clay. Most baskets are made of reeds or wood strips. The necessary items to do both are not handy to them. The do make items from soapstone, bone, and leather. Yes, Inuits make baskets.
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Answer The Hudson Bay Company traded (hence the term "Trading Post") goods to the natives in return for furs, which they then took to be processed mostly for clothing... coats & hats mainly.
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Purple Saxifraga(Saxifraga oppositifolia)Nunavut's purple saxifrage grows very well in cool weather. It is a small, bright-purple flower that grows like a mat over rocks and gravel. It can be found growing all over Nunavut, home of the inuit. This is why the territory chose the purple Saxifaga as it…
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The ocean provided fish for them to eat, water to bathe, and water for transportation.(As in canoes)
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- women fought for and received the right to vote - Canada earned more respect across the world, earning its own separate wseat at the league of nations, and eventually even got complete anonimity for the Great Britain
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A mare usque ad mare. A mare usque ad mare (From sea to sea) in English and (D'un ocean à l'autre) in French.
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Cajeu: A French term describing a raft made usually by tying together two canoes or pirogues side by side. Cajeu: a raft like structure that had both oars and sail.
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Toronto (GTA, including Burlington and Oshawa) (9.5 million), Montreal Region (4.2 million), Greater Vancouver (2.6 million), Ottawa (Greater Capital Region) (1.5 million), Calgary (1.2 million), Edmonton (1.1 million), Greater Winnipeg (including Selkirk) (890,000) Quebec City (800,000), Hamilton (…
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It was separated from the Northwest Territories to showcase the different properties of each territory.
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yes they were. but does anyone know what type of nomads they were?
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Adams Archibald (Nova Scotia)George Brown (Canada)Alexander Campbell (Canada)F B T Carter (Newfoundland)George-Etienne Cartier (Canada)Edward Barron Chandler (New Brunswick)J C Chapais (Canada)James Cockburn (Canada)George Coles (PEI)Robert Dickey (Nova Scotia)Charles Fisher (New Brunswick)Alexander…
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Terry Fox was born 28 July 1958 and died of cancer 28 June 1981.
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The battle that decided the fate of Marquis de Montcalm was the Battle of the Plains of Abraham where he was hit by bullets.
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Julilly picks cotton in the fields all day
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he fought the Canada government_________________ To Canada Riel was a traitor because Canada considered him part of their purchase of Ruperts Land from the Hudson Bay Company. As such they considered him Canadian and when he fought for his rightful ownership of his land he could be nothing but a tra…
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I met Stanley Grizzle on the subway a few hours ago. I didn't know who he was until he told me he was the first black Canadian to run for provincial parliament, the first black citizenship judge and 5 other 'firsts' that got lost in the loud rumble of the subway car. I instantly fell in love with th…
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She/he is a Canadian's link to the federal government.
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Terry fox ran through 6 provinces: Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Ontario. He had to stop running in Thunder Bay, Ontario, because the cancer in his leg had spread to his lungs =/ Hope this helps :)
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Her name was Kim Campbell (Kimmy), she was in power from June 25- Nov 1995.
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The First Nations arrived 40,000 years ago in North America
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in Quebec he was though as a good person and with the metis thought of him as a hero but any English speeking people thought he was a rebel and a traitor
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He had one sister and one brother but he was the middle child
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Canada, which came into being on July 1, 1867, was the first country to be created by legislation. Section 3 of the British North America Act (now the Constitution Act) united three colonies (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the pre-Confederation colony of Canada) into a federal state "under the name…
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The way the map of Canada changed after 1867was the Northwest territories (NWT) was allot bigger and Manitoba came along and Ruportsland was made the NWT
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He didn't have one. He supplied his own ship and supplies.
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Brian Mulroney bailed out because he knew his political goose was cooked.
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Immigration started ever since Canada was discovered. The settlers were immigrants technically
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because Simon Fraser discovered the Fraser river
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Joseph Clarke the chauffeur for Governor Macpherson. Men where sent over from England to teach him. I don't know the year, but he was my great grandfather.
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The Acadians originally came from France. They spoke French. For many Acadians, especially those in Atlantic Canada, French is still the language they speak.
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The original plan was codenamed Operation Rutter, but was scuttled due to bad weather over the channel and bombing by German aircraft. The plan was revised and went ahead under the Codename Operation Jubilee.
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Freydis Eiriksdottir, the daughter of Erik the Red and sister (or possibly half-sister) of Leif Eiriksson, was born circa 975.
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The City of Toronto was incorporated on March 6 1834. Prior to that date, it had been known as "York." On August 26, 1793, Governor Simcoe had so named it after the Duke of York, second son of King George III.
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Terry Fox is a inspiration to millions of people around the world. His legacy is the number of annual Terry Fox Runs that raise millions of dollars, around the world, each year, for cancer research, and treatment. About 230 Teryy Fox runs are held every year, in countries across the planet. Bless yo…
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advantages: when they first got to Canada they traded with the Indian tribesdisadvantages: they were not prepared for the harsh winterthey couldn't claim the land because of thee natives
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A mentally unstable religious fanatic, who thought that God was directing his actions. He was thrown out of a Roman Catholic semminary, in Quebec, because of his disruptive behaviour, and refusal to obey orders. He wanted to be the leader of a new country, that he called Asinaboya, in Manitoba. He…
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loves playing sports like hockey, tennis, lacrosse, basketball and baseball
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The Dominion of Canada was formed July 1, 1867. The first four provinces were Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
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Of course he did. Jean Talon built a brewrey and a couple of other industries to help the settlers. But when he left to go trading , all the industies calapsed and there was no more of that
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The Largest City West Of Canada Is Vancover.Malcolmjr613
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There is only one the rest are Hamlets. The only city is the capitol Iqaluit and they do have a website.
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He fought in these: War of Austrian Succession:Battle of DettingenBattle of LauffeldJacobite uprising:Battle of FalkirkBattle of CullodenSeven Years War:Raid on RochefortSiege of LouisbourgBattle of the Plains of Abraham †Total of 3 wars 7 battles
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sad cuz they had to leave everything behind scared to be separated from the families
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The Battle of the Grand Coteau (in present-day North Dakota), in which a small band of Métis buffalo hunters fought off and defeated an attack by hundreds of Sioux warriors, took place on July 13 and 14, 1851.
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no. ------No, there is no "Canadian" identity. Canada is a Confederation of many Nations and cultures, each with their own identity. The fur trade has played a large role in many of those Nations and Cultures but each has it's own interpretation. For example if your culture was trapping and trading …
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The Hudson's Bay Company was chartered by King Charles II on May 2, 1670.
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The Legislature of (name of province).
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They were the French settlers in Nova Scotia. The French called it Acadia after the Indian name for the area. It went back and forth between the British and french throughout the 17th and early 18th centuries. The British gained final control in 1713. In 1755, with war with France looming the Britis…
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English settlers No. You know that there couldn't have been any in 1400 because Columbus didn't even discover America until 1492. The first English attempt at settlement was in the late 1500's on Roanoke Island in what is now North Carolina. The first permanent English colony was founded at James…
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Europeans first started exploring Canada circa 1000 CE. The first permanent European settlements were in 1603.EUROPEAN SETTLEMENTS ARE IN 1603.
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Answer Altogether 26,791 Canadians served in the Korean War, with 1,558 casualties. 516 Canadian's are listed in the Korea Book of Remembrance for their sacrifice. A complete history of Canadian Forces in the Korean War can be found at : www.vac-acc.gc.ca/general/sub.cfm?source=history/kor…
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Um so that they could help each other out because the british had basically abandoned them. BNA (British North America) also wanted some land to the west which is now Alberta, B.C. and Saskatchewan. If they didn't all come together then they could never claim that land. They wouldn't be able to trad…
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Answer Canada was a founder member of NATO and thus an ally of the U.S. and Western Europe.
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Answer Providing a year would be most helpfull. There are a great many things that have happened in Canada in it's history on October 17th. Such as the Official Languages Bill of 1968, World Day to overcome Poverty in 2005, Canadian TV begins live coverage of the Parliament in 1977, and so o…
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The music was composed by Calixa Lavallée in 1880, and the French lyrics (which remain unchanged) were written by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier in that same year.Robert Stanley Weir wrote the original English lyrics in 1908. These lyrics were altered in 1914 and again in 1980. Answer Calixa Laval…
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Answer August 1870 KPR completed it's line to Denver. In the 1870s, investors of the Kansas Pacific eventually acquired control of the railorad. On January 24, 1880, the railroad merged with the Kansas Pacific and Union Pacific, with the resulting company retaining the Union Pacific name.
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There were several causes of Winnipeg's general strike in 1919.Unemployment had risen to unprecedented levels, and inflation was also extremely high. There were already a series of strikes that had taken place throughout other Canadian regions, and the success of the 1917 Russian Revolution also ins…
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Also known as Colonists The British came to seek religious freedom, gold, and land. If you want to know more read American Revolution Magic Treehouse. It is packed full of information about the lifstyles, what lead up to the revolution, and The Revolution itself. They also came because when the brit…
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The main reason was to put an end to Germany's power hungry trip. The allies wanted to take out Germany, so they sent out a fake message to trick Hitler into sending out his largest army, and attack him.
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Answer If the British and French monarchies had any relationship it would have to date from the period of the conquest in 1066.After this period the British and French monarchies develop along different lines,the French really beginning with Hugh Capet in the 12th century and the British begin…
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His capture of 2,000 Americans at Fort Detroit with a much smaller force including 400 native Indians and his defense of Ontario in which he died on 13 October 1812 gained him acclaim as the defender of Canada.
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This answer will give both the modern sense of a city and the classic definition as well. In modern times cities are founded by documents that incorporate them, while in older times cities were founded by a group of people calling a group of homes by a name to define it. Classical sense (may still b…
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AnswerIt was legal. Under the law during that time, a provisional government is allowed to be set up if the acting one (The Council of Assiniboia in this case) was not recognized by the people. Louis Riel and the other Métis did not recognize this government, so they set up their own provisional go…
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The birch-bark canoe was light, fairly easy to construct, could carry significant loads, drew little water, was remarkably seaworthy in the hands of an experienced canoeist, could move swiftly through water, and was easily repairable using material readily available in the forest.
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when it became a dominion in 1867.
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Answer Try this site... http://www.discoverlivesteam.com/magazine/34.html Terry
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Answer Between 1921 and 1926 King was Prime Minister and Minister for External Affairs. His party's majority in parliament had disappeared in the 1925 election and he relied upon the support of the Progressives to carry legislation. He was then involved in the famous King-Byng affair. This aros…
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Answer Those points of view, real or perceived, help make for a more objective understanding of why specific population centers thrived or vanished. For example one major factor was the desire for European explorers to find a northwest passage to the Pacific Ocean and the Far East for trade wh…
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One of Louis Riel's men killed Thomas Scott. Although he was shot, he was not killed. He was shot by a firing squad but only two of the shots hit him, wounding his upper chest and shoulder. A man then stepped forward with a pistol and shot him through his cheek and out his nose. Thomas was still al…
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' [Data] released [in 2008] by Statistics Canada shows Saskatchewan has the highest smoking rate in the country, and Saskatoon-area people are no exception ... ' http://www.canada.com/saskatoonstarphoenix/story.html?id=ef999f88-94ec-44af-8c93-8528bafa0831
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Zimbabwe does not have a history of slavery Well if you consider human trafficking a form of slavery then actually there is a form of slavery that exists today.
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Answer Newfoundland was the last province to join the confederation, doing so in 1949.
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Toronto, Ontario is the largest Canadian city. It has a population of 2.48 million, or 5.5 million if the Great Toronto Area is considered. Toronto is the largest city in Canada. 1. Toronto, Ontario (pop. 5,113,149) 2. Montreal, Quebec (pop. 3,635,571) 3. Vancouver, British Columbia (pop. 2,116,5…
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Terry fox is a hero because he risked his own life and health to help us humans with cancer or disability's. Terry also followed his dream for us. He's also a hero because he raised over 1 million dollars for cancer research.
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Answer: Terrance Stanley Fox (Terry Fox) was born on July 28th, 1958. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was born to Rolly and Betty Fox. Terry had two brothers and one sister. His brother’s names were Fred and Darrell. His sister’s name was Judith.
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Answer George Vancouver discovered Vancouver Island and proved it was truly an Island. Running Head: George Vancouver's life George Vancouver's life Everything about George Vancouver Abstract Along the Pacific coast George Vancouver made many discoveries. He was the sixth child of hi…
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the trasportation was mainly wooden ships since there was no railways (that could happen when they join confed!!) :D
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Inuit are the peoples who live in and around the Arctic. From the tip of Russia to the east of Greenland, the Inuit refers to the people formerly called the "eskimo" The term "eskimo" comes from a Native American word that could have meant "eater of raw flesh" and is now considered derogatory by ma…
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Answer your answere may be here http://www.economywatch.com/canad/
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Date of Death: 09/28/2000 Age at Death: 80 Cause of Death: Cancer He ultimately died of Prostate Cancer but he was also suffering from Parkinson`s Disease at the time of his death.
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The Inuit live in the US (Alaska), Canada (Nunavut, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Labrador, Quebec, Ontario) and Greenland.
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Murder is committed for 3 reasons or motivations. Passion, Profit and Compulsion.People who kill for profit do it very rationally and are always convinced they will not be caught.People who murder from passion have snapped and lost their mind. This kind of murder can not be deterred because they a…
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Answer Because people such as Geneveive were afraid of confederation because they feared the lost of their acadian french herritage.Also their french launguge and culture. They also did not want to have to compete for supplies from their markets for their farms.
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Voyageur is French for traveller. It often refers to those who undertook long journeys through the Canadian wilderness, particularly in the fur trade.
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marry hill elementary and glenwood elementaryhe went to glen elemantrySource: i went to that school so i would know
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Answer Mackenzie River St.Lawrence River Fraser River Peace River Athabasca River .................... You should check out Canadian Geographic - http://www.canadiangeographic.ca/ they have a great section on rivers in Canada. There are thousands of rivers in Canada. Not sure what you mea…
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The beaver is the animal that is the official symbol of Canada, also Finn is the beaver's nick name in eastern Canada
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Many and various things, but financial stablity, improved social and educational services were clearly important. To not return to the situation that had applied before 1934.
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The name Ontario, from an Iroquoian word sometimes translated as meaning "beautiful lake" or "beautiful water," is apt, since lakes and rivers occupy one-sixth of the province's total area of just over one million km2. The word was first applied in 1641 to the easternmost of the Great Lakes, and "…
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Canada is considered a sovereign nation and has been a sovereign nation since 1867, 1931, or at the latest, 1982. Even though Canada as Queen Elizabeth II as it's monarch, it is as Queen of Canada, and no longer as Queen of the UK. ------- The sovereignty of Canada has been debatable throughout it…
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Well I am Canadian and where ever you live it is not to much different other than the climate and accents. Alberta is cold right now we have mountains and McDonalds and all kinds of stuff here.
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In 1917 women were not allowed to vote. The reason was that under the definition of "people" or "persons" the following were excluded- children under 21, patients of mental institution, prisoners, and women. Nellie McClung argued before parliament that women were indeed persons and won the right for…
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Many have arrived by boat or ship, but others were able to catch a flight.
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Jean Talon achieved many accomplishments throughout his life. One of his best ideas was establishing "les filles du roi", which was held in 1663-1673. The plan worked out exceedingly well. Jean Talon brought over 1200 "les filles du roi" to New France. The purpose of this idea was to increase the po…
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William Lyon Mackenzie King was the longest serving Prime Minister of Canada. William Lyon Mackenzie King was the 10th Prime Minister of Canada from 1921 December 29 to 1926 June 28 1926 September 25 to 1930 August 7, AND 1935 October 23 to 1948 November 15 about 21 and a half years in total, the l…
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His contribution to the Canadian Society by improving the laws. he is cool!
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PEI did not enter Confederation with the other Canadian provinces in 1867 (Canada East and Canada West, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia) mainly because it was scared of not being represented fairly. The local government on the island was afraid (due to the very popular rep. by pop. system) that it wo…
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Canada was the first country to be created by legislation. Canada became an independent nation through the British North America Act on July 1, 1867. Respectfully, Mr.Bell, I really must take issue with your use of the words 'independent' and 'nation'. Neither is meaningful in the sense you intend, …
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French-Canadian explorers Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette explored the Mississippi River from the Wisconsin River to the Arkansas River in 1673.
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Canada gave blacks the right to vote on March 24, 1837.
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French, Sir George Arthur (1841-1921), first commissioner of the North West Mounted Police, was born at Roscommon, Ireland, on June 19, 1841, the eldest son of John French, of Mornington Park, county Dublin. He was educated at Sandhurst and Woolwich, and in 1860 obtained a commission in the Royal …
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A big log long house in the east. Or in the west, A tipi.
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they found new lands and wealth and built forts and began trading fur
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As Prime Minister of Canada during the First World War, Borden transformed his government to a wartime administration, passing the War Measures Act in 1914. Borden committed Canada to provide half a million soldiers for the war effort. However, volunteers had quickly dried up when Canadians realized…
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SAQ. it's like Ontario's LCBO Or some corner stores
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Lief Erikson converted to Christianity from Norse Paganism. His father Erik the Red, however, stayed true to his ancestors.
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for gold, a better life, furs, food, jobs and to build a railway
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The First Nations (American Indians) are spreadout amongst Canada's provinces but make the majority in many northern provinves
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A child has to be at least 13 years old to be left alone at home. And too, the child can't be left alone any longer than a 8 hour period without supervision.
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Manitoba became a province, and Louis Riel was banished from Canada for five years.
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After some intense research, I have yet to find the current age of Terry Fox's mother, but I have seen that she is currently "in her 70's". Terry Fox died in 1981, which would put Betty Fox somewhere in her 40's at the time.
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Thomas Scott threatened to kill Louis Riel, which led Thomas to be killed.
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In 1885 Louis Riel was the leader of the Metis and first Nations people of western Canada against the Canadian government. After his capture in the North-West Rebellion, he stood trial and was found guilty of treason. He was then hanged.
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Canada Day is celebrated on the first day of July.
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Advantages -Railroad debt would be paid off. -Finance a buy-out of the last of the colonies absentee landlords to free the island of leasehold tenure. -Year round ferry Service (Bridge)
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the Inuit built 60 men canoes and would throw a spear at the whale once it was dead they would tie it to a canoe they would row it back to shore.
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Thanksgiving in Canada, which is celebrated on the second Monday in October, can be traced back to the 1578 voyage of Martin Frobisher from Engand in search of the Northwest Passage. They came in several ships and brought building materials with them. Unfortunately, the materials were lost with the …
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Constitution Act, gave Canada French and English as there 2 official languages
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The first Canada-Russia hockey super series took place in 1972.
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Canada achieved independence peacefully, through political evolution. Nobody killed anyone else in the process. Canada was the first country created by legislation. The US achieved independence through violent revolution, in which thousands were killed, maimed, and uprooted. Also, Canada Day is in…
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Upper Canada was so named because it was upstream from Lower Canada.
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Two reasons. One is that US politicians badly neglected the US military in the years leading up to 1812. The second is that those politicians expected Canadians to greet their invasion force as liberators. Oddly enough, it was the second time they made that mistake. An American army had invaded Low…
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Political conflict has always been between the haves and the have nots parties. The Labour (Democrat) party wants the workers to get as much pay as they can with the least amount of work. The (Liberal party) Republicans, want the bosses to get as much as they can out of the workers for the least pos…
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Canada didnt join it was fought over by the French and British in which the Brits ended up winning therefore becoming part of her empire.
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Ha you know what, I just found it out. It is called Long Lots.
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Canada provided a number of military units, ranging from infantry to artillery to armour, as well as fighter squadrons, and RCN ships on coastal patrols.The Canadian Army units werea part of the Commonwealth Brigade, that was comprised of British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand troops.The RCA…
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Why did Canada choose a mixed economy?1980 US president, Ronald Reagan, supported less government in the economy to reduce government spending and regulation of corporations. Canadian prime minister, Brian Mulroney, fallowed Reagan's example and fought for the shift right (less government involvemen…
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February 26, 1920: Aboriginals gain the right to vote. November 21, 1921: Canada gets its first coat of arms. September 15, 1922: Canada refused to support the British in war, asserting their foreign policy independence. January 1, 1923: The department of defense is created. March 2, 1923: The H…
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Originally from France to Canada and then to LouisianaAcadia was the original name of what we now know as Nova Scotia. The original settlers came there as fishermen from all over France and would dry Cod they had caught near it's shores.In 1604 the original French settlement was started on Saint Cro…
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it had to be arund the 1900s because thas wen theadore Roosevelt established nationl parks.
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Answer The fees and requirements for obtaining a US passport are at every US Post Office. Last I heard, it takes about 10 weeks to go thru the process.
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Nothing! The thing that I know is he gave in to the USA and canceled our leading aviation program in the 50's.The "Arrow" was Canada's new state of the art jet. I believe if it wasn't for him we would be the leading county in the space program. instead over 13,000 people were unemployed in one day. …
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Canada West and Canada East offered a railway to link Nova Scotia to the mainland. They promised money for bridges, roads, and other development.
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The Family Compact Refused to help out the poor farmers. So the farmers attacked them with pitchforks.
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Answer Canada was fighting along side the Allied Forces with Britain, France, The U.S. and Poland. Very sad times for the whole world. Precise Answer The Canadians were assigned to take Juno Beach, an eight-kilometre stretch that included the fortified coastal towns of St. Aubin, Bernieres…
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Answer The Winnipeg General Strike of 1919 was one of the most influential strikes in Canadian history. It resulted in much improved working conditions for millions of Canadians. J.S. Woodsworth, a strike leader who was briefly imprisoned, would go on to found Canada's first socialist pol…
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The four original provinces of Canada were New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario, when the nation was formed on July 1, 1867, by the British North America Act.
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Sir Charles Tupper wanted Confederation, for he thought that the railway was needed in Nova Scotia in order to make Nova Scotia's economy prosper. He thought Confederation would let Nova Scotia continue to live. PEACE.
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the inuit customs are their type of food, clothing, and wealth
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Leif Erickson, who was born around 970 AD, did in fact have a family, or I would not be here today! Anyone can read upon his history, and clearly see that he had a wife, who was some princess who he married, and had a son with during his expedition. Erickson had 3 siblings, so there is definitely an…
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They were not a tribe. Inuit is a race of people.Some natural resources were fish, berries, and animal wildlife.
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Canada has been a country for 147 years. The first attempt at colonization occurred in 1000 A.D. by the Norsemen. There was no further European exploration until 1497 A.D. when the Italian sailor John Cabot came along. It then started being inhabited by more Europeans. Canada was finally established…
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Pros: greater defense against attacks, railway system, demolition of trade barriers Cons: Nova Scotia would not benefit from railway, less say in government, French in Quebec worried about becoming an even smaller minor
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Quebec gets its name from the word "Kebec". Which means 'place where the river narrows". It was the first name given by Champlain's settlement.
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In the 1870s, Vancouver was founded as a settlement called Granville. Then in 1886, it became a city and renamed Vancouver after a naval captain.
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They came to Canada to claim lands because they realized that this land was rich in resources.
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The Red River Rebellion or "Red River Resistance" are the names given to the events surrounding the actions of a provisional government established by Metis leader Louis Riel in 1869 at the Red River Settlement in what is now the Canadian province of Manitoba.
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Many people think that "whats done is done" but things that were done in the past have a big impact on life today. Children who went to residental schools were traumatized and beaten, raped and tortured. They will live with those memories forever. Historical globalization caused the church to set up…
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He was a religious reformer of nineteenth century America. He was a prolific writer, religious debater, and well-known preacher. Campbell's movement was one of the fastest in American history. They sought a return to "New Testament Christianity" or to "restore" the "primitive church." His followers …
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Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia were the four provinces that joined the Confederation together in 1867.
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Louis Riel was a Canadian hero, without Louis Riel many rights would still be denied to metis and aboriginal citizens. Louis Riel founded the Canadian province of Manitoba. He was a Metis - that is, he was half European half Aboriginal - and he led a resistance on behalf of the rights being denied…
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Those who were conscripted were allowed to choose if they would volunteer to fight, or to "stay in Canada " . This was the choice given by the Liberal party Prime Minister, McKenzie King, as a way to placate the Quebecers who didn't want to actually take the chance of being killed in action in Euro…
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Frances Barkley was the 17-year-old wife of Captain Charles William Barkley. She is considered to be the first European woman to have ever visited Canada's west coast.
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The Royal Canadian Navy and merchant marine fought in the 'Second Battle of the Atlantic', Canadian pilots participated in the 'Battle of Britain', and part of the Dam Busters. The army participated in the capture of Ortona, Juno Beach on D-Day - the 'Battle of Normandy', the Battle of the Scheldt, …
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One interesting fact about the Subarctic Indians is that they were nomadic. This means they moved around and did not always stay in one place. Other facts include that they obtained their food by hunting and fishing, and that they lived in teepees, lean-tos, and pit houses.
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February 26, 1920: Aboriginals gain the right to vote. November 21, 1921: Canada gets its first coat of arms. September 15, 1922: Canada refused to support the British in war, asserting their foreign policy independence. January 1, 1923: The department of defense is created. March 2, 1923: The…
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There are many important Canadians in all sorts of areas - politics, arts, science, business. Here's a list of important Canadians sorted by their area of specialty, I hope you're able to find what you're looking for http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Famous_Canadians ===== Every single solitary Cana…
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Laura Secord was technically a spy helping her community with different attacks someone might be planning
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It's a science olympiad event: http://soinc.org/events/metric/index.htm
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the word iditarod means:an annual dogsled compitition run on 1,160 miles p.f the iditarod nation historic trail,from anchorage to. nome, alaska
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The Balfour Declaration had no significance for Canada; it was an agreement to provide for the establishment of a Jewish National Homeland in what would become Mandatory Palestine.
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the women where allowed into the RCMP in May 23 1974
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In Canada, the fathers of Confederation did not think of First Nations as citizens of the new country. After Confederation, a special government department was created to decide how the First Nations people should live. Many First Nations were forced to live on reserves. These people were not allowe…
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Lieutenant-governor Gordon Barnhart represents the queen in Saskatchewan.
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The last time that a Government was elected to the House of Commons with a majority of seats was on 27 November 2000. Her Majesty's Government for Canada (then the Liberal Party of Canada) was returned to the House with 172 members, a majority of 19 representatives. Though the Liberals would continu…
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PEI did not enter Confederation with the other Canadian provinces in 1867 (Canada East and Canada West, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia) mainly because it was scared of not being represented fairly. The local government on the island was afraid (due to the very popular rep. by pop. system) that it wo…
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i only know 2:Florida and Canada
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Some of them would fish or hunt, if necessary. Usually they gathered roots, seaweed and grass to suplement their diet with vitamin C. They also were very apt at making clothes, prepared for the winter and took care of children.
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The Aryan race Another Answer: The Master Race.
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she went passed many illness' and her husband died so she was alone with her three kids for a couple of years until she remarried William hubou
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The Inuit are not Indians, but they are very much alive. Thank you for asking.
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It is located in the center north of Canada. Few people live there because it has bad farmland and it is very cold.
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Stadacona was just a settlement for some aboriginals during Cartier's time however, it is known as Quebec City today.
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because he wrote the list of rights he also founded 2 Canadian provinces
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The fur trade.
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Province is to Canada as state is to America. example: The state of Idaho is famous for potatoes. The province of Prince Edward Island is famous for potatoes.
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British Columbia is the westernmost province of Canada.
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Born Janurary 2nd 1727 at the County of Kent in England
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yes. She had a dog and it was a collie. Kim named it Pennie
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The Battle of the Plains of Abraham ended the "French and Indian War" (7 years war in Europe) and changed ownership of Canada from France to England. It gave the French Serfs living in Quebec the "Rights of Englishmen".
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I have checked different websites and i have found no relations with moose and the Arctic.
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it threatens Canadian identity because most of the products, magazines, films, sold in Canada are from America, and this takes away Canada's way of expressing itself meaning the Canadian identity is being threatened by the influence of u.s.a.
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There are a few castles in Canada, but they are not authentic.
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Manitoba Schools Question (should there be separate schools for French and English children?) PM John Thompson dies in office and Mackenzie Bowell becomes Prime Minster. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1894_in_Canada I KNOW Wikipedia is bad, but this gives a good overview. Not sure exactly what you're …
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Yes, because he had cancer in his leg. It had to be amputated. Then He ran a marathon across Canada, but before he could finnish the cancer spread to his lungs and he died.
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Canada officially became a country on July 1, 1867. The term "Dominion" is simply a historical reference to Section 3 of the British North America Act: "one dominion under the name of Canada". Canada was never known officially as "The Dominion of Canada". It found its way into popular venues such as…
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yeah, we live in igloos. NO, we live in a house that looks just like everyone elses. You know, typical house; roof, brick, door, windows...we also have little plastic houses right in the centre of the mountains and live on eating cow crap
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Maryon Elspeth Pearson (nee Moody). They were married from Aug. 22, 1925 until Lester's death on December 27, 1972.
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See the following answer that is wrong. she is smart women because she was a bussiness women back then and she was very dyamic. she lived in new france her whole life. she was a merchant which is a shop seller like selling fabric which she selled the fabric.
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he didnt like them very much he thought that they were complete savagesand didnt want to be around them
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The word Canada was originally thought to have come from the Mohawk work "Kanata" which means "settlement" and was what many native groups called Canada. However there is evidence that the word may have come from Iroquoian word "Canada" which means the same thing as "Kanata"
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Well first they attempted to assimilate them in to European customs. they also put most aboriginal children into schools far away from their family, this resulted in aboriginal loss of culture and language. They also placed aboriginals on reserves that gradually got smaller over the years. They also…
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Canadian one legged caring loving friendly had cancer
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Canada was not formed until July 1, 1867. Hence, there were no provinces because there was no Canada.
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yes, Sir John A. Macdonald. He was born on January 15, 1815 in Glascow, Scotland. He was Canadas 1st prime minister.
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they had the same seltter as us pritty much
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Most (all?) of the countries or colonies that formed the British Empire (of which Canada was one) did not need to go to war to obtain home rule/ independence. The British Empire was developed from a democratic country and when colonised people became educated enough ask for their own rule, Britain c…
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They are future contributers to our society, and their generations will inherit where we left off.
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Though the first native-born Canadian Prime Minister from French Canada was John Abbott, he was a Freemason and tried to get the United States to Annex Canada, so we won't count him. Wilfrid Laurie, who served as Prime Minister of Canada from 1896-1911, was the first francophone Prime Minister and…
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Canada could have better defense, and its trade barriers would be abolished. Also, an intercontinental railway could be established.More tax money for the government to improve schools.
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Answer The answer to the question is 634 000.
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Pros: -Gain population we will have a high economic statuscons -people coming from USA cant come to Canada because the US border is stopping them
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Answer bad because it was middle of the great depression
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Answer Hudson Bay to Botany Bay
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As of 1999, Nunavut is the largest territory in Canada, comprising nearly 1/5 of Canada's total land mass. The largest province in Canada is Quebec. The largest Territory however is Nunavut.
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Answer No, unless you call constantly arguing over environment issues; rights to water and electricity; high tariffs on lumber; war in Iraq, etc. Canada participated in the U.S.-British War of 1812, fighting against the U.S. It was not the decision of Canadians, we went along as a colony …
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Ontario did not "join" Confederation. Ontario did not exist as a political entity until Confederation occurred.
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Answer There is a long lasting effect as he was French speaking and there are French speaking clusters of population in Manitoba as a direct result of his influence.
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First, the Vikings landed on our shore around the year 500 CE, but then in 1497, John Cabot landed in Canada, becoming the first European explorer to set foot on Canadian soil.
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The french didn't like it very much because it was hard for them.
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Answer Virginia House of Burgesses
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The last guy who answered this was totally wrong! I am studing this at school and this is when they died. The french battled the british army in 1775 on the plains of Abraham. It is called that because at the time the land was owned by a farmer named Martin b. Abraham. In Qubec city. The british ha…
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Answer There lands are located in the Yukon around the Town of Carmacks about 150KM north west of the capital of whitehorse
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Queen Victoria named the province British Columbia. Prior to confederation, the province was divided into three districts: the Columbia district, the New Caledonia district and the Peace River Block. Given that the newly formed Government of Canada maintained ties with the British Monarchy, and give…
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Nobody knows, but there is a slight guess, which is around 1020. wrong no one knows at all
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Hudson Bay Hudson's Bay is not actually a bay; it is an inland sea.
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When the British Parliament passed the Act of Union (1840), it created the pre-Confederation "Province of Canada." That name was specifically used in the Act and the term "Province" was part of the name of the new colony. Since it was created on July 1, 1867, however, Canada has been Canada. Nothing…
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Answer the Ohio valley river
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The colony decided to enter Confederation for these reasons: Many of the settlers thought that the powerful United States would want to expand northward into New Brunswick. However, if they were part of Canada they would be better able to defend against this threat. People thought that Confederat…
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In the year of 994 . When he was 24. add more about Leif Erisson to the thing
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Lief Erickson was the original discoverer of North America. He named it Vinland, due to the proliferation of wine berries. He landed on Nova Scotia where the remains of his encampment has been found. The title of this article is an Icelandic name; the last name is a patronymic, not a family name; th…
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The reason Nova Scotia joined Canadian Confederation (and didn't join the American Declaration of Independence in 1776) was because of the Citadel in the middle of the town (which was under British Rule)... If Nova Scotia joined the U.S. Declaration of Independence, it would've most likely ended Bri…
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Watch Flying Wild Alaska on Discovery Channel and that will give you a pretty good ideaAnswerMost modern Inuits who still live in the villages live in small clusters of homes while they smoke the fish so it will perserve, ride snow machines to the next village, play video games, get on the internet …
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Canada was the first country in history to be established by legislation. At the request of the the Provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, and the pre-Confederation Province of Canada, the British Parliament enacted the British North America Act. The BNA Act, which came into effect on July 1, …
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the british wanted the land between the Ohio river valley so they decided to climb up the rocks that guarded the area inside and the british struck the most powerful area in all the 13 colonies and after that all the other colonies were amazed and toppled so Britain took over them easily. it is impo…
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Answer Polynesian people come from an island or island group rather than a nation. It is said they are Austronesian in actual origin and are peoples from the Malay islands.
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Necrotizing fasciitis
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There have been three nations that had colonies in Canada. England, France and Russia had colonies in the area in the 17th to the 19th century.
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The Dominion of Canada came in to existence by Confederation which came into effect on July 1st, 1867 The year 2007 marked the 140th celebration of Canada Day, which commemorates the day that Canada became a nation.
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Answer Yes they were actually a pretty powerful force in WWI. They sent many troops over to fight for the British and French but are best known for their effort at Vimy Ridge. The Allied forces had been trying to take Vimy Ridge since the beginning of the war but wasn't able to. Canadian force…
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The following link will offer some information related to your question: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Premier_of_Quebec In order from 1867 to the present: http://www.answers.com/topic/pierre-joseph-olivier-chauveau (C), http://www.answers.com/topic/g-d-on-ouimet (C), http://www.answers.com/topic…
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Under the category of Newfoundland the Advantages of Confederation in the the 21st Century is controversial. Newfoundland and Labrador contribute more to confederation than they receive when it comes to money and resources. Canada does not provide military or border protection as both of these res…
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The link provides some background on how Pacific Veneer was started. It does not address the central point as to how they John and Peter purchased the land or even that they did purchase the land to start the company. The info is from the company's website.
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the reason the Irish came to Canada is because of the potatoe famine, the bad economy, and WWII. in WWII, they were about to get their houses blown to bits. they felt that Canada was safer than Ireland. That's the answer. not to drink, whoever put that there. this is by Jakejoe.
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Pierre Trudeau was the Prime Minister of Canada from 1968 to 1984.
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His Marathon of Hope was from one side of Canada to the other(from St.John's Newfoundland to Victoria, British Colombia).
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The police came into role and tried stopping the strike with violence. This day was known as 'Bloody Saturday'.
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Atlantic French (Quebec) Central (Ontario) The Prairies or West West Coast (BC)
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Nova Scotia didn't want to join Confederation because... 1. Nova Scotia was already a fine self governing colony; which was at the time trying to get the Queen to allow them to leave the Canadian Confederation and join with the United States.2. They knew that with the small population that they woul…
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Louis Riel is considered by many to have been a good leader because he stood firmly for what he believed in, but was also willing to compromise. Riel founded the province of Manitoba, and was a strong advocate for the Metis people, an aboriginal group in Canada.
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Around the 1840's. IMPROVED ANSWER: The stories of the pioneers is an exciting and thrilling tale of men and women who pushed America's frontier from the Appalachian Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. There were many famous frontiersmen, among them Daniel Boone, Kit Carson, and Davy Crockett. B…
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Pearson was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1957 for helping to resolve the Suez Crisis through, among other measures, the creation of the United Nations Emergency Force. The force was the progenitor of modern peacekeeping missions. Very Serious!!
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Fort Edmonton was first established in 1795, at the junction between the North Saskatchewan river and the Sturgeon river.
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In 1932, various farmer, labour and socialist parties of Canada's western provinces joined to create Canada's first national socialist movement the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation, the CCF. Much of the ideology of the CCF was centered around Social Democracy. At it's first convention, the …
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In a democratic setup, the members of parliament represent the people or the public and their grievances.
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the first nations lost their culture,languages,identities,and land. they also became ruled and became servants
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The disaster that claimed 1012 lives is the sinking of a ship called the Empress of Ireland, which sailed from Quebec, Canada to the United Kingdom and back. The ship sank after colliding with another ship (the Storstad) in 1914.
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in UK its the old Liberal Party combined with the remnants of the new Social Democratic Party. == There is no political party in Canada by the name of the Liberal Democratic Party. There is the Liberal Party, there is the New Democratic Party, but no Canadian Liberal Democratic Party. See the link…
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He was a viking... I'm sure he had problems and obstacles just like the rest of us !!
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I hope this is halpful,Bill Crawley, Reference Librarian, Illinois Central CollegeFrom Loyal till death: Indians & the North-West rebellion, Canadiaan GeographicIN 1885 near Duck Lake, Sask., an unarmed Cree headman angrily berated a police superintendent and 100 armed police and civilians who w…
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Sir Wilfrid Laurier was the longest consecutive serving Prime Minister of Canada. He won three consecutive majority governments, serving as the 7th Prime Minister of Canada from 1896 July 11 to 1911 October 6, over 15 years.
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um no one knows.....................
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they were strong, they had element of suprise, they were more experinced __ The Canadians landed on Juno Beach later than the other assaults taking place during D-Day because they had to wait for high tide to get the landing craft close enough to shore so the German troops were well prepared for t…
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Answer Depending on how one defines "autonomy" the answer will vary. With respect to political autonomy, in 1867, Canada was styled a separate "dominion" with authority to establish its own representative government. In 1931, Canada was given power to pass and amend its own laws without final a…
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no he didn't he was to busy exploring to even marry
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Quality Canadian manufacturer! Warmth, durability, natural fibers and history!
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To an extent. Mackenzie King caused a great deal of grief to Canadian's as he enlisted conscription after promising he would never use it again, and he would not have been brought to this point if Canada had not sent soldiers to fight in foreign lands. If Canada had simply provided the materials and…
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the population of Toronto is about 2.48 million people and in the GTA it is about 5.5 million people.
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The Right Honourable Jean Chrétien, was 20th Prime Minister of Canada from November 4, 1993 to December 12, 2003, as leader of the Liberal party. He succeeded Kim Campbell, and was succeeded by Paul Martin.
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No country paid for his expeditions. He supplied his own ship and supplies.
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Yes. The Artic Ocean was the closest ocean near the Inuit.
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In 1921 King George gave Canada a coat of arms and the official colours for our nation, Red and White.
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His name was Antoine Champlain. He was apparently a boat pilot.
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Nunavut was separated from the Northwest Territories on April 1st, 1999.
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Founded July 1, 1867 by George Brown (first leader interim)
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Canada's three largest cities are Toronto, Montréal, and Vancouver, in that order.
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They primarily used tipis - straight wooden poles with moose or caribou hide to cover.
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The fur trade happened in Canada near the Great Lakes
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Legislation creating the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) came into effect on February 1, 1920. However, the roots of the RCMP go back more than 50 years prior to that date.The creation of the RCMP involved merging the Royal North West Mounted Police (RNWMP) with the Dominion Police.The RNWMP ha…
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The group of seven is an important group because they drew all the pictures for the war are of the war to show at home Canadians what it was like
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sequence signals are signals that are used to arrange events in proper order...! for example..the teacher is in a wrong grammar..!
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Not all our provinces are called prairie provinces. The Prairies are a geographical area of Canada where its all pretty much flat. Saskatchewan, for example, has no hills. Well, one, but its man-made.========No hills in Saskatchewan, you say?? The Cypress Hills, which straddle the Alberta-Saskatchew…
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Because the government offered free land to settle.
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Because a gardener kidnapped him to sell him to pay for his gambling debts.
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Pierre Elliot Trudeau was married to Margaret Joan Sinclair between (1971-1984)
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Answer The list of the founding fathers of Canada, actually referred to as the Fathers of Confederation, can be found at this site. It also includes the province they represented and their year of birth and death, as well as the conferences they participated in which preceded confederation.
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AnswerPros: greater defense against attacks, railway system, demolition of trade barriers Cons: Nova Scotia would not benefit from railway, less say in government, French in Quebec worried about becoming an even smaller minor jorgen dose his dad and mom every day and night and like ashly Better A…
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Canada doesn't have states. Canada has 10 provinces and 3 Territories
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Answer The Aboriginals had to care for them.
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Answer This was because the North Korean forces were pushed back further North and the Chinese thought that their border and that their country was vulnerable and so they sent troops to help push the Allies and the other nations back over the 38th parallel.
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The uprisings (also known as the Riel Rebellion) were led by Louis Riel, who was ultimately tried and hanged for treason.
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The Acadians were passed over to the French and British many times then after Confederation they became part of Canada.
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The official reason was to propagate the Christian faith. In that vein, settlers were brought over to settle the land and missionaries to convert the native peoples. But, soon after, the trading of furs became a good reason to establish forts at the various key river junctions and the like throughou…
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Several (a decade is a long time in politics); counting downward: William Lyon Mackenzie King (1926 to 1930)Arthur Meighen (1926)William Lyon Mackenzie King (1921 to 1926)Arthur Meighen (1920 to 1921)Sir Robert Borden (1911 to 1920)
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Answer Hbitants wifes do lots of chores like cooking. Cooking was important and most of the time the the habitants would work two ours before breakfast and then eat breakfast. they ate pancakes,bread and drank milk. Wifes also did cleaning and farm.
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Inuit (Inuktitut syllabics: ᐃᓄᐃᑦ, singular Inuk / ᐃᓄᒃ) is a general term for a group of culturally similar indigenous peoples inhabiting the Arctic coasts of Siberia, Alaska, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Quebec, Labrador and Greenland (see Eskimo). Until fairly recent times, the…
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Write and ask permission. You can get information online at Terry Fox's website.
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Pierre Elliot Trudeau by passing this act schools started to teach french. French scools started to teach English
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Canada never really "joined" the British Empire. Rather the reverse, the British Empire acquired Canada in pieces, with no volition on the part of Canadians, either the original native inhabitants, or the contingent of New France settlers in the 18th century, whom the British conquered and occupied.…
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During the French and Indian War, the Iroquois sided with the British against the French and their Algonquin allies, both traditional enemies of the Iroquois. The Iroquois hoped that aiding the British would also bring favors after the war. Practically, few Iroquois joined the galloping, and at the …
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Answer No they don't. Maybe reserve gas stations and the land on the reserves but not all canada.
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Pro: They become more Secure, There's more Troops.Con: THe Railway doesn't reach them.
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Toronto is the largest city in Canada. 1. Toronto, Ontario (pop. 5,113,149) 2. Montreal, Quebec (pop. 3,635,571) 3. Vancouver, British Columbia (pop. 2,116,581) 4. Ottawa, Ontario (pop. 1,130,761) 5. Calgary, Alberta (pop. 1,079,310) 6. Edmonton, Alberta (pop. 1,034,945) 7. Quebec City, Queb…
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In terms of area, Quebec is the biggest province. Ontario has the largest population. Quebec is now #2 in geographic size. Newly created Nunavut is now the largest and covers the northern region. (This is not true since Nunavut is a Territory not a Province. The way the question is worded, Quebec i…
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Background: -British background or wealthy French-Canadians who allied with the British -support a British system of gov -mainly business owners -held the most power in gov -a.k.a "Unfriendly Elite"Beliefs-want to control gov (no opposing party)-Catholic church should be powerful-encouraged English…
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The british were competing with the french for land and teritorie. So England sent british explorers to discover what is present day Canada. The british was competing with the french for land and teritorie. So England sent out many british explorers to discover what is present day Canada. …
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nova scotia was part of the first 4 (3) provinces that joined and startedthe confederation.
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Answer the decided to join by thinking about the rail ways and were they are in canada. manny many more !
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Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island for 6 years.
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The ships Jacques Cartier traveled on were The Grance Hermine, Calypso, and Emerillion.
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They came to Canada because they thought that they could earn good money by farming and vegetation.
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The ships Jacques Cartier traveled on were The Grance Hermine, Calypso, and Emerillion.
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Canada's smallest province, both in area and population, is Prince Edward Island.
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On February 8, 1986, a Canadian National Railway Freight Train hit a VIA passenger train in Hinton on a stretch of the Canadian National Railways transcontinental main line, near Hinton Alberta. 23 people died in the crash. The crew was suspected of being incapacitated and the incident led to broad …
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Canada's industries are transportation equipment, chemicals, processed and unprocessed minerals, food products; wood and paper products; fish products, petroleum and natural gas The top 4 industries of Canada are: Service Industry Petroleum Industry Agricultural Industry Lumber Industry
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It was held in Regina, and he as sentenced to hang until he is dead because some people were hung, but they didn't die so he died. And there were 6 English speaking men which was really unfair to him but they didnt really care,and it was really hot and sweaty. There were witnesses, jury, prosecutor,…
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Tim Horton was born January 12, 1930, in Cochrane, Ontario, Canada.
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Right about in the middle of the country...it's between Ontario and Saskatchewan, above Montana NO WAY! you must be American because Manitoba is above MINNESOTA and NORTH DAKOTA!! Alberta and Saskatchewan are above Montana. trust me, i should know, i live in Manitoba.
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Canada, the first country to be created by legislation, came into being on July 1, 1867, through the British North America Act (now the Constitution Act). The process has come to be known as "Confederation." The pre-Confederation colony known as the Province of Canada joined with the colonies of Ne…
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To get a faster route to India. That is why the first American settlers are called Indians.
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The Canadian Military Police Corps was formed in 1917, to control road movements of troops and supplies in France, during the Great War. It was dis-banded in 1919. In June of 1940, the Canadian Provost Corps was "stood up " and authorised by an Order in Council of the Canadian Parliament. In 1968,…
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Opinion: Yes. Opinion; No. If you take up arms to overthrow the elected government, kill innocent local people and incit the natives to do the same, you should expect to die. Riel did that TWICE, in 1870 and again in 1885.
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Find a weakness in German defenses and take over Dieppe. The reasons were primarily political. Stalin harassed Churchill to open a war in Western Eupore and relieve pressure from Russia, lest Russia seek a separate peace with Germany......in which case the bulk of the German war machine would be fre…
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ottawa Answer Federal Capital Ottawa Provincial Capitals St. John's - Newfoundland and Labrador Charlottetown - Prince Edward Island Frederickton - New Brunswick Halifax - Nova Scotia Quebec City - Quebec Toronto - Ontario Winnipeg - Manitoba Regina - Saskatchewan Edmonton - Alber…
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A Soviet satellite crashed near Great Slave Lake in Canada's Northwest Territories on January 24, 1978.
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Yes! in 1930 by 3 doctors. The 3 Doctors woked for the Hospital For Sick Children, located in Toronto. The recipe was patented, and for the next 25 years, every box of Pablum, sold anywhere in the world, brought 10 cents to the hospital, as a part of the royalty agreement. The Pablum money went a lo…
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Newfoundland Labrador was the last province to join Confederation in 1949 (Nunavut was the last territory to join, on April 1, 1999).
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After the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 on December 7th
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James Patrick Whelan was the person who supposedly assassinated Thomas D'Arcy McGee. The police found a revolver which had recently been fired in his pocket, arrested him, and later hanged him. After a short time, people were starting to wonder if he really was guilty. Whelan was supposed to be a Fe…
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Sir John A Macdonald's belief was to build a railway.
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I have no idea what the liberal party stands for! (Fred likes cheese!from Taylor r)
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The first nations would only eat what they hunted or fished. Some things that they would hunt for would be: buffalo, caribou, and whale. But the type of fish they would fish for would be: herring, cod, halibut, salmon, and smelt. They might have ate more but this is all i could find.
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He were good leader Because good student at the college DE Montreal and received a broad education in languages including English and the sciences.
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- Public health care- No veto power in our government (i.e. real democracy)- Public news- I speak two languages fluently- The Rockies- Some of the safest metropolitans in the world- Quality public education- Clean air- The Prairies- No offshore drilling- Jasper and Banff National Parks... google the…
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Terry Fox's leg got caught off because he had bone cancer and if they dint cut it off the cancer would spread from his right leg to his whole body.
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The loyalist migration was sometime after 1750 but before 1880.
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4 statues of Terry Fox one in thunder bay,Ottawa,beacon hill park in british Columbia Victoria,Simon fraser university
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well they use to eat some food they used to find i am not sure
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my chocolates are the bestShe also said:"I shall commence at the battle of Queenston where I was at the time cannon balls were flying about me in every direction. I left the place during the engagement. After the battle I returned to Queenston and then found my husband had been wounded, my house plu…
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The Limestone Plains area (Canberra-Yass) had been settled from as early as the 1820s, but there was no city in the region. The first settler was Joshua John Moore who took up land in the area in 1824, naming it Canberry. He took this name after hearing the local indigenous people use the word Kambe…
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Canada became an official country at its confederation in July 1, 1867.
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the process of breaking off small pieces from foods to check if it is done is a flake!
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The Provinces of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia are collectively known as Canada's "Maritime Provinces."
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Well, the two most important things done was changing the flag of Canada to one that does not have the British flag on it and they gave both English and French languages an equal status at the federal level.
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His parents were Anne Sarah Bowles and Edwin Arthur Pearson
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they mostly interacted with the metis and cree, some of the blackfoot and very little of the annishinabe.
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As of Dec 2010, Saskatchewan is the fastest-growing province in Canada, with 1.5 per cent population growth in the past year. Way to go Saskatchewan!!
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Saskatchewan and Alberta entered Confederation on September 1, 1905.
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It was before Canada was a Commonwealth, so it was a part of the British Empire ruled by Queen Victoria.
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varied mineral resources.
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If you look closely at our coat of arms, you will notice a unicorn and a lion. The lion represents Great Britain and the unicorn France. Those two countries were the ones who helped found Canada and most of our culture is based on theirs.
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the boomerang importantly
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The North West Mounted Police (NWMP) was created in 1873. The territory it was intended to police includes what is now Alberta and Saskatchewan. An area that size can not be policed effectively out of one central office. Therefore, the NWMP had to divide its territory into smaller areas that were "d…
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Coureurs de bois traded with Aboriginal people for furs, and then traded the furs to European merchants for money or goods.
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from france and than they went to new france to find men
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Will and Guy's Collection of Funny Canadian Jokes
Canadian humour mirrors the nature of this crisp, cool and beautiful
country.
Will and Guy have decided to include Canadian humour to balance our other funny pages which laugh at the Americans, Australians, Irish as well as the English.
If your local Dairy Queen is closed from September through May,
You may live in Canada.
You may also live in Canada if:
Canadian Beer
A Canadian is walking down the street with a case of beer under his arm.
His friend Arnie stops him and asks, 'Hey Bill, whatcha got that case of beer for?'
'Well, I got it for my wife, you see?' answers Bill.
'Wow!' exclaims Arnie, 'Great trade.'
The Maple Leaf Flag
A Canadian couple was strolling through Hyde Park in London and sat down
on a bench next to an elderly Briton.
The Brit noticed their lapel pins sporting the Canadian flag and, to make conversation, said, 'Judging by your pins, you must be Canadians.'
'Indeed we are,' replied the Canadian gentleman.
'I hope you won't mind my asking,' said the Brit, 'but what do the two red bars on your flag represent?'
'Well,' replied the Canadian gentleman, 'one of the bars stands for the courage and hardiness of our people in settling the cold expanses and broad prairies of our country. The other is for the honesty and integrity for which Canadians are known.'
The Brit mulled this over and nodded. Having poor eyesight at his advanced age, and not being familiar with maple leaves, he then asked, 'And what's that six-pointed item in the middle of your flag?'
'Oh, that's to remind us of the six words of our national motto,' the Canadian lady piped up.
The Brit then asked, 'And what are those six words?'
The Canadian smiled and replied, 'They are 'Don't blame us - we're not Americans.'
Footnote:The flag of Canada has two red bars and a white centre - within which is a maple leaf. It was adopted as the National Flag in 1965. [Previously Canada used the Union Jack - the British Flag.]
The National emblem of a maple leaf and has been associated with Canada since the 1700's.
Canada's T1 Tax Return Form [New Simple Format]
1. How much money did you make? $___,_____,_____
2. Send it to us.
McDonald's Moose
God continued, 'I shall make the land rich in oil so to make the inhabitants prosper, I shall call these inhabitants Canadians, they shall be known as the most friendly people on the earth.'
'But Lord,' responded Gabriel, 'don't you think you are being too generous to these Canadians?'
'No, not really.' God replied..........'Just wait and see the neighbours I am going to give them.'
And then writes to his Member of Parliament with a Japanese ballpoint pen on French paper, demanding that he do something about foreigners taking away our Canadian jobs.
Niagara Fall Freeze 1911
Situated on the America / Canada border, the Niagara Falls often get
snow, but it's extremely rare for it to be cold enough for the falls to
freeze. Sadly the phenomenon is never likely to happen again, partly because
of global warming and partly due to man-made dam to control the flow. To be
accurate, it was the American falls that froze and not the larger Horseshoe
falls, also at Niagara.
Nevertheless, we are impressed by these frozen snow pictures with their giant icicles. Incidentally the Niagara is an American Indian word meaning 'Strait'.
Eternal Rivalry -
American Army and Canadian Navy
An old Canadian sailor from HMCS Sackville and an American Gunbunny were sitting in the Duke of Buckingham
pub arguing about who'd had the tougher career.
'I did 30 years in the 29th Field Artillery', the American declared proudly, 'and fought in three of my country's wars. Fresh out of boot camp I hit the beach at Okinawa, clawed my way up the blood-soaked sand, and eventually took out an entire enemy machine gun nest with a single grenade. 'As a sergeant, I fought in Korea alongside General MacArthur. We pushed back the enemy inch by bloody inch all the way up to the Chinese border, always under a barrage of artillery and small arms fire. 'Finally, as a gunny sergeant, I did three consecutive combat tours in Vietnam. We humped through the mud and razor grass for 14 hours a day, plagued by rain and mosquitoes, ducking under sniper fire all day and mortar fire all night. In a fire-fight, we'd fire until our arms ached and our guns were empty, then we'd charge the enemy with bayonets!'
'Ah', said the Sailor with a dismissive wave of his hand, 'lucky Gunbunny, all shore duty, huh?'
See more stories of Canadian v USA rivalry.
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You're Canadian if:
You may be living in Canada if:
As a final part to this Canadian jokes section I'd like to ask you: How do you spell Canada? Answer: C-Eh!-N-Eh!-D-Eh! This Canadian joke originated as follows:
The original name for Canada, dreamed up by a parliamentary committee in London, was "Cold North Dominion," but that was too long, so they abbreviated it to C.N.D. The King's Royal Governor presented the new name to the inhabitants, but they didn't say a word. "Well, what do you think?" asked the Royal Governor? "C, eh?" said the first fellow, and just looked at the Governor. "N, eh?" says the second guy. "D, eh?" says a third one. Then silence. "Hey," says the Governor. "I like that. It's a helluva lot easier to pronounce when you spell it that way." And that's how Canada got its name. :) (Kidding!)
Go Canada! Hope you have enjoyed these Canadian jokes and humour. :)
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Canadian humour mirrors the nature of this crisp, cool and beautiful
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- You May Live in Canada If ...
- Niagara Fall Freeze 1911
- Funny, Clean and Amusing Canadian Jokes
- Funny Canadian Stories
- Canada Day July 1st
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Canadian Humour
This is what Jeff Foxworthy (King of the Redneck jokes) had to say about Canadians at his recent appearance at Ceasars WindsorIf your local Dairy Queen is closed from September through May,
You may live in Canada.
You may also live in Canada if:
- If someone in a Home Depot store offers you assistance and they don't work there.
- If you've worn shorts and a parka at the same time.
- If you've had a lengthy telephone conversation with someone who dialed a wrong number.
- If 'Vacation' means going anywhere South of Detroit for the weekend.
- If you measure distance in hours.
- If you know several people who have hit a deer more than once.
- If you have switched from 'heat' to 'A/C' In the same day and back again.
- If you can drive 90 km/hr through 2 feet of snow during a raging blizzard without flinching.
- If you carry jumper cables in your car, and your wife knows how to use them.
- If you design your kid's Halloween costume to fit over a snowsuit.
- If the speed limit on the highway is 80 km, you're going 95 and everybody is passing you.
- If driving is better in the winter because the potholes are filled with snow.
- If you know all 4 seasons:
Almost winter, winter, still winter, and road construction. (Cheryl says:'This is my favourite, because how true') - If you have more miles on your snow blower than your car.
- If you find -2oF degrees 'a little chilly'.
Funny, Clean and Amusing Canadian Jokes
Canadian Beer
A Canadian is walking down the street with a case of beer under his arm.
His friend Arnie stops him and asks, 'Hey Bill, whatcha got that case of beer for?'
'Well, I got it for my wife, you see?' answers Bill.
'Wow!' exclaims Arnie, 'Great trade.'
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The Maple Leaf Flag
A Canadian couple was strolling through Hyde Park in London and sat down
on a bench next to an elderly Briton. The Brit noticed their lapel pins sporting the Canadian flag and, to make conversation, said, 'Judging by your pins, you must be Canadians.'
'Indeed we are,' replied the Canadian gentleman.
'I hope you won't mind my asking,' said the Brit, 'but what do the two red bars on your flag represent?'
'Well,' replied the Canadian gentleman, 'one of the bars stands for the courage and hardiness of our people in settling the cold expanses and broad prairies of our country. The other is for the honesty and integrity for which Canadians are known.'
The Brit mulled this over and nodded. Having poor eyesight at his advanced age, and not being familiar with maple leaves, he then asked, 'And what's that six-pointed item in the middle of your flag?'
'Oh, that's to remind us of the six words of our national motto,' the Canadian lady piped up.
The Brit then asked, 'And what are those six words?'
The Canadian smiled and replied, 'They are 'Don't blame us - we're not Americans.'
Footnote:The flag of Canada has two red bars and a white centre - within which is a maple leaf. It was adopted as the National Flag in 1965. [Previously Canada used the Union Jack - the British Flag.]
The National emblem of a maple leaf and has been associated with Canada since the 1700's.
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When Canada Was Created
On the sixth day God turned to the Archangel Gabriel and said, 'Today I am going to create a land called Canada. It will be a land of outstanding natural beauty; it shall have tall majestic mountains full of mountain goats and eagles, and beautiful sparkly lakes bountiful with carp and trout. There shall be forests full of elk and moose, high cliffs overlooking sandy beaches with an abundance of sea life, and rivers stocked with salmon.'God continued, 'I shall make the land rich in oil so to make the inhabitants prosper, I shall call these inhabitants Canadians, they shall be known as the most friendly people on the earth.'
'But Lord,' responded Gabriel, 'don't you think you are being too generous to these Canadians?'
'No, not really.' God replied..........'Just wait and see the neighbours I am going to give them.'
Canadian Snow
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What is a Canadian?
A Canadian is a fellow wearing English tweeds, a Hong Kong shirt and Spanish shoes, who sips Brazilian coffee sweetened with Philippine sugar from a Bavarian cup while nibbling Swiss cheese, sitting at a Danish desk over a Persian rug, after coming home in a German car from an Italian movie...And then writes to his Member of Parliament with a Japanese ballpoint pen on French paper, demanding that he do something about foreigners taking away our Canadian jobs.
Interesting Fact
Immediately after George W Bush's election victory in November 2004, Canadian immigration authorities experienced a six-fold increase in inquiries from US citizens - from 20,000 to 115,000 a day.More Canada Fun Facts and Trivia
- Canada's land mass is 9,970,610 km2 and is the world's second largest country
- Ottawa is the Capital of Canada [located in Ontario]
- Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories.
- There are more than 100 national parks and historic sites in Canada.
- At 6050 m above sea level, Mount Logan in the Yukon is Canada's tallest peak.
- Great Bear lake is the largest lake in Canada with an area of 31 326 km2
- The longest river is the Mackenzie River flowing 4241 km through the North West Territory.
- Canada has six time zones.
- Canada's capital, Ottawa, has the coldest average temperature of any capital city in the world.
Niagara Fall Freeze 1911
Situated on the America / Canada border, the Niagara Falls often get
snow, but it's extremely rare for it to be cold enough for the falls to
freeze. Sadly the phenomenon is never likely to happen again, partly because
of global warming and partly due to man-made dam to control the flow. To be
accurate, it was the American falls that froze and not the larger Horseshoe
falls, also at Niagara. Nevertheless, we are impressed by these frozen snow pictures with their giant icicles. Incidentally the Niagara is an American Indian word meaning 'Strait'.
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Funny Canadian Stories
Eternal Rivalry -
American Army and Canadian Navy
An old Canadian sailor from HMCS Sackville and an American Gunbunny were sitting in the Duke of Buckingham
pub arguing about who'd had the tougher career. 'I did 30 years in the 29th Field Artillery', the American declared proudly, 'and fought in three of my country's wars. Fresh out of boot camp I hit the beach at Okinawa, clawed my way up the blood-soaked sand, and eventually took out an entire enemy machine gun nest with a single grenade. 'As a sergeant, I fought in Korea alongside General MacArthur. We pushed back the enemy inch by bloody inch all the way up to the Chinese border, always under a barrage of artillery and small arms fire. 'Finally, as a gunny sergeant, I did three consecutive combat tours in Vietnam. We humped through the mud and razor grass for 14 hours a day, plagued by rain and mosquitoes, ducking under sniper fire all day and mortar fire all night. In a fire-fight, we'd fire until our arms ached and our guns were empty, then we'd charge the enemy with bayonets!'
'Ah', said the Sailor with a dismissive wave of his hand, 'lucky Gunbunny, all shore duty, huh?'
See more stories of Canadian v USA rivalry.
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I AM CANADIAN
Hey.
I’m not a lumberjack or a fur trader
And I don’t live in an igloo
Or eat blubber or own a dog sled
And I don’t know Jimmy, Sally or Suzy from Canada, although
I’m certain they’re really, really nice.
I have a Prime Minister, not a President
I speak English and French, not American
And I pronounce it “about,” not “aboot.”
I can proudly sew my country’s flag on my backpack.
I believe in peacekeeping, not policing
Diversity, not assimilation
And that the beaver is a truly proud and noble animal.
A toque is a hat
A chesterfield is a couch
And it is pronounced zed, not zee, ZED!
Canada is the second largest landmass
The first nation of hockey
And the best part of North America!
My name is [insert your name here]
And I AM CANADIAN!
Another popular list that falls under Canadian jokes is this one:You're Canadian if:
- You know how to pronounce and spell Saskatchewan without blinking
- You put on shorts as soon as it hits plus 10, even if there is still snow around
- You know what a tuque (toque?) is
- You are excited whenever an American television show mentions Canada
- You make a mental note to talk about it at work the next day
- You use a red pen on your non-Canadian textbooks and fill in the missing 'u's from labor, honor, and color
- You have Canadian Tire money in your kitchen drawers
- Pike is a type of fish, not some part of a highway
- You drive on a highway, not a freeway
- You know what a Robertson screwdriver is
- You understand the sentence, "Could you please pass me a serviette, I just spilled my poutine."
- You drink pop, not soda
- You love your fries with poutine
- You go to the washroom, not the restroom or bathroom
- Someone accidently stepped on your foot. You apologize.
- You stepped on someone's foot. You apologize, then apologize for making them apologize
- You have worn shorts and a parka at the same time
- "Eh" is a very important part of your vocabulary and you understand all the 1,000 different meanings of "eh"... eh?
- You know schools don't issue a snow day unless there is a severe blizzard (at least in Saskatchewan, my personal experience)
- You don't mind leaving your wet winter boots at the door when visiting your dentist, etc.
- You order a "double-double" at Tim Horton's (famous coffee shop, Canada's pride), not two cream and two sugar (funny thing is, that when we first went through a Tim Horton's drive-thru, we kept hearing the words "gobble-gobble" over the outside speaker, and we were wondering why they were gobbling like turkeys, ha-ha!)
More Canadian Jokes
Here is what Jeff Foxworthy has to say about Canucks:You may be living in Canada if:
- Your local Dairy Queen (ice cream shop) is closed from September through May
- Someone in a Home Depot offers you assistance... and they don't work there
- You've worn shorts and a parka at the same time
- You've had a lengthy telephone conversation with someone who dialed the wrong number
- “Vacation” means going anywhere south of Muncie for the weekend
- You measure distance in hours
- You know several people who have hit a deer more than once
- You have switched from "heat" to "A/C" in the same day and back again
- You can drive 90 km/hr through 2 feet of snow during a raging blizzard without flinching
- You install security lights on your house and garage, but leave both unlocked
- You carry jumpers in your car and your wife knows how to use them
- You design your kid's Halloween costume to fit over a snowsuit
- The speed limit on the highway is 80 km and you're going 90 and everybody is passing you
- Driving is better in the winter because the potholes are filled with snow
- You know all 4 seasons: almost winter, winter, still winter and road construction
- You have more miles on your snow blower than your car
- You find 2 degrees "a little" chilly
- If you actually understand these Canadian jokes, you definitely live in Canada! :)
From Canadian Jokes to Canadian Sarcasm
AsVancouver was hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics, here are some silly questions that were asked by people from all over the world. Believe it or not, these questions about Canada were posted on an International Tourism Web site. Obviously the answers are not to be taken seriously, but the questions were indeed asked and are now another addition to the collection of Canadian jokes!
Q: I have never seen it warm on Canadian TV, so how do the plants grow? (England)
A. We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around and watch them die.
A. We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around and watch them die.
Q: Will I be able to see Polar Bears in the street? (USA)
A: Depends on how much you've been drinking.
A: Depends on how much you've been drinking.
Q: I want to walk from Vancouver to Toronto. Can I follow the Railroad tracks? (Sweden)
A: Sure, it's only 4,000 miles, take lots of water.
A: Sure, it's only 4,000 miles, take lots of water.
Q: Is it safe to run around in the bushes in Canada? (Sweden)
A: So it's true what they say about Swedes.
A: So it's true what they say about Swedes.
Q: Are there any ATM's (cash machines) in Canada? Can you send me a list of them in Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton and Halifax? (England)
A: What, did your last slave die?
A: What, did your last slave die?
Q: Can you give me some information about hippo racing in Canada? (USA)
A: A-fri-ca is the big triangle shaped continent south of Europe. Ca-na-da is that big country to your North… oh forget it. Sure, the hippo racing is every Tuesday night in Calgary. Come naked.
A: A-fri-ca is the big triangle shaped continent south of Europe. Ca-na-da is that big country to your North… oh forget it. Sure, the hippo racing is every Tuesday night in Calgary. Come naked.
Q: Which direction is North in Canada? (USA)
A: Face south and then turn 180 degrees. Contact us when you get here and we'll send the rest of the directions.
A: Face south and then turn 180 degrees. Contact us when you get here and we'll send the rest of the directions.
Q: Can I bring cutlery into Canada? (England)
A: Why? Just use your fingers like we do.
A: Why? Just use your fingers like we do.
Q: Can you send me the Vienna Boys' Choir schedule? (USA)
A: Aus-tri-a is that quaint little country bordering Ger-ma-ny, which is... oh forget it. Sure, the Vienna Boys Choir plays every Tuesday night in Vancouver and in Calgary, straight after the hippo races. Come naked.
A: Aus-tri-a is that quaint little country bordering Ger-ma-ny, which is... oh forget it. Sure, the Vienna Boys Choir plays every Tuesday night in Vancouver and in Calgary, straight after the hippo races. Come naked.
Q: Do you have perfume in Canada? (Germany)
A: No, WE don't stink.
A: No, WE don't stink.
Q: I have developed a new product that is the fountain of youth. Where can I sell it in Canada? (USA)
A: Anywhere significant numbers of Americans gather.
A: Anywhere significant numbers of Americans gather.
Q: Can you tell me the regions in British Columbia where the female population is smaller than the male population? (Italy)
A: Yes, gay nightclubs.
A: Yes, gay nightclubs.
Q: Do you celebrate Thanksgiving in Canada? (USA)
A: Only at Thanksgiving.
A: Only at Thanksgiving.
Q: Are there supermarkets in Toronto and is milk available all year round? (Germany)
A: No, we are a peaceful civilization of Vegan hunter/gathers. Milk is illegal.
A: No, we are a peaceful civilization of Vegan hunter/gathers. Milk is illegal.
Q: I have a question about a famous animal in Canada, but I forget its name. It's a kind of big horse with horns. (USA)
A: It's called a Moose. They are tall and very violent, eating the brains of anyone walking close to them. You can scare them off by spraying yourself with human urine before you go out walking.
A: It's called a Moose. They are tall and very violent, eating the brains of anyone walking close to them. You can scare them off by spraying yourself with human urine before you go out walking.
Q: Will I be able to speak English most places I go? (USA)
A: Yes, but you will have to learn it first.
A: Yes, but you will have to learn it first.
There you have it, pure sarcasm as part of these Canadian jokes.
As a final part to this Canadian jokes section I'd like to ask you: How do you spell Canada? Answer: C-Eh!-N-Eh!-D-Eh! This Canadian joke originated as follows:
The original name for Canada, dreamed up by a parliamentary committee in London, was "Cold North Dominion," but that was too long, so they abbreviated it to C.N.D. The King's Royal Governor presented the new name to the inhabitants, but they didn't say a word. "Well, what do you think?" asked the Royal Governor? "C, eh?" said the first fellow, and just looked at the Governor. "N, eh?" says the second guy. "D, eh?" says a third one. Then silence. "Hey," says the Governor. "I like that. It's a helluva lot easier to pronounce when you spell it that way." And that's how Canada got its name. :) (Kidding!)
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