Canada is a large country in North America, bordered by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, the United States, and the Arctic Ocean. It has two official languages, French and English, and a parliamentary democracy government. Canada has ten provinces and three territories, each with a certain level of self-government. The country’s economy is market-oriented and […]
Canada is a large country with ten provinces and three territories. Provinces derive their powers from the Crown, while territories obtain their powers from the federal government. Each province and territory has its own identity, with unique economic and cultural activities. The territories are relatively wild, while the provinces have larger cities and commercial centers. […]
Canada Day, celebrated on July 1, marks the union of British North American provinces into a nation called Canada in 1867. The holiday was officially established in 1879 as “Dominion Day” and later renamed. Celebrations have declined in popularity but include parades, concerts, and fireworks. The holiday is a chance for Canadians to rest and […]
Francophone Canada refers to regions with large French-speaking populations, particularly Quebec, and the French-speaking community in Canada. French is Canada’s second official language, and about 23% of Canadians speak French. Three French dialects are spoken, and Francophone Canada has a unique culture distinct from the English-speaking population. The community is sustained by efforts to preserve […]
Donald Trump’s election win caused a surge in traffic to the Canadian immigration website, with 200,000 users visiting on election night, up from 17,000 the previous week. The immigration process is slow and expensive, with three basic ways to move to Canada: having a special skill or profession, joining immediate family, or seeking political asylum. […]
Canada’s Great Trail, also known as the Trans Canada Trail, is a 15,000-mile recreational trail system connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific coast. It took 25 years to complete and is designed for hiking, biking, and paddling. It took 25 years, but in August 2017, Canada finally unveiled its Great Trail: nearly 15,000 miles (about […]
Canada has a low-gravity spot due to the residual effects of heavy glaciers during the Ice Age. The area has minimally less gravity than the rest of the earth, and scientists believe rocks in the earth’s crust could be contributing to the effect. Canada has a low-gravity spot, which researchers say may be due in […]
The Business Development Bank of Canada provides financing, venture capital, and business development consulting to small and medium-sized businesses. It tailors loan terms to new business models and promotes entrepreneurship through various programs and resources, including an online Advice Center and publications. Founded in 1944 and owned by the Canadian government, the Business Development Bank […]
The Canada Education Savings Grant is a government grant for those saving for a child’s education. The grant amount varies based on income and is deposited into a Registered Educational Savings Plan (RESP) account. The money can be used for postsecondary education, and if not used, can be returned to the parents or used for […]
The name “Canada” comes from the Iroquois word for “village.” Many Canadian place names have Aboriginal origins. There were two Canadas, which were united in 1841 as the Province of Canada. Other suggested names for the country included “Tuponia,” “Colonia,” “Cabotia,” and “Mesopelagia.” The word “Canada” comes from the Iroquois word for “village.” An expedition […]
The Canada Education Savings Grant is a government grant given to those saving for a child’s education. The grant amount depends on net income, and the more saved, the more the child receives. The child must have an RESP account, and special rules apply for those over 15. Funds can be used for tertiary education […]
