Canadian Symbols Flashcards
What has been a symbol of the state in Canada for 400 years?
The Crown
The Crown symbolizes government and includes Parliament, legislatures, courts, police services, and the Canadian Forces.
Since when has Canada been a constitutional monarchy?
Since Confederation in 1867
This occurred during Queen Victoria’s reign.
Who has been Queen of Canada since 1952?
Queen Elizabeth II
She marked her Golden Jubilee in 2002 and her Diamond Jubilee in 2012.
When was the new Canadian flag first raised?
In 1965
The flag features a red-white-red pattern.
What do the colors red and white represent in Canada?
They are the national colors
Red and white were established as national colors in 1921.
What is Canada’s best-known symbol?
The maple leaf
It has historical significance dating back to the 1700s and is featured on uniforms and headstones.
What flower is known as ‘fleur-de-lys’?
Lily flower
It became a symbol of French royalty and was included in the Canadian Red Ensign.
What is the national motto of Canada?
A mari usque ad mare
This Latin phrase means ‘from sea to sea’.
What symbols are contained in Canada’s coat of arms?
Symbols of England, France, Scotland, Ireland, and red maple leaves
The coat of arms was adopted after the First World War.
What architectural style is reflected in the Parliament Buildings?
Gothic Revival architecture
This style was popular during the time of Queen Victoria.
Fill in the blank: The Canadian Red Ensign served as the Canadian flag for about ______ years.
100
The Canadian Red Ensign was used before the new flag was adopted.
Which flag design was based on the Cross and the fleur-de-lys?
Quebec’s flag
Quebec adopted its own flag in 1948.
What is the significance of the Library in the Centre Block?
It is the only part of the original building remaining after the fire in 1916.
When was the Peace Tower completed, and what does it commemorate?
The Peace Tower was completed in 1927 in memory of the First World War.
What is contained within the Memorial Chamber of the Peace Tower?
The Books of Remembrance with the names of soldiers, sailors, and airmen who died serving Canada.
What architectural styles are represented in the provincial legislatures of Canada?
Baroque, Romanesque, neoclassical, and the French Second Empire style.
What is Canada’s most popular spectator sport?
Hockey.
What is considered Canada’s national winter sport?
Ice hockey.
Who donated the Stanley Cup and in what year?
Lord Stanley donated the Stanley Cup in 1892.
What is the Clarkson Cup and when was it established?
The Clarkson Cup is awarded for women’s hockey and was established in 2005.
What is the second most popular sport in Canada?
Canadian football.
What sport is recognized as the official summer sport of Canada?
Lacrosse.
What is the most registered sport in Canada?
Soccer.
What animal was adopted as a symbol by the Hudson’s Bay Company?
The beaver.
In what year did the beaver become an emblem of the St. Jean Baptiste Society?
1834.
Where can the beaver be seen as a symbol in Canada?
On the five-cent coin and the coats of arms of Saskatchewan, Alberta, and cities like Montreal and Toronto.
What are Canada’s two official languages?
English and French.
What is required for someone to become a Canadian citizen regarding language?
Adequate knowledge of English or French.
Who is exempt from the language requirement for Canadian citizenship?
Adult applicants 55 years of age or over.
What year was the Official Languages Act passed?
1969.
What are the three main objectives of the Official Languages Act?
Establish equality between French and English, maintain official language minority communities, and promote equality in Canadian society.
When was ‘O Canada’ proclaimed as the national anthem?
1980
In which city was ‘O Canada’ first sung?
Québec City
What languages do Canadians sing ‘O Canada’ in?
French and English
What is the first line of ‘O Canada’ in English?
O Canada! Our home and native land!
What does ‘O Canada’ express about the nation?
True patriot love and strength
What is the Royal Anthem of Canada?
‘God Save the Queen (or King)’
On what occasions can the Royal Anthem be played or sung?
When Canadians wish to honour the Sovereign
What year was the Order of Canada established?
1967
What does the honours system in Canada consist of?
Orders, decorations, and medals
What is the purpose of the Order of Canada?
To recognize outstanding citizens
What can citizens do if they know someone worthy of recognition?
Nominate them for honours
Fill in the blank: The Order of Canada was established in _____, the centennial of Confederation.
1967
True or False: ‘God Save the Queen’ is a song that can be sung only on special occasions.
False
What website can be visited for information on nominations for Canadian honours?
www.gg.ca/document.aspx?id=70?&lan=eng
