Characteristics of Canada

Question 1

size

Answer 1

6, 195, 449 square km

Question 2

equivalent size

Answer 2

second largest country in the world

Question 3

population

Answer 3

over 40 million ppl (2023)

Question 4

Canadians have always struggles to survive…

Answer 4

• harsh lifestyle- climate, settlement in a harsh environment
• pressure from inside- Quebec separation
• pressure from outside- USA

Question 5

Mosaic

Answer 5

Canada can be described as a mosaic of cultures. A mix of ethnic groups, cultures and languages that coexist in society

Question 6

Melting pot

Answer 6

The USA is a melting pot- regardless of heritage Americans are American first

Question 7

Brain Drain

Answer 7

much of Canadas talent and creative genius goes to the USA for fame and fortune. Doctors, nurses, scientists, computer experts, etc.

Question 8

Canadian National Symbols

Answer 8

• Red & white: main colours since the 1920s
• Flag was the British Union Jack, in 1965 it was changes to the current maple leaf flag
• Anthem: O Canada. Before it was God save the queen
• National Animal is the Beaver- hardworking, loyal, early for trade
• Police force: NWMP/RCMP
• Sport: hockey, lacrosse

Question 9

Age

Answer 9

Canada is a “young” country- gained its independence in 1867.
Canada is almost 100 years younger than the USA and much younger than many European countries so we do not have the experiences or extensive history that older nations do