Canada Geography and Map Skills

The ratio of a distance on a map to the corresponding distance on the ground.

A visual representation of Earth's surface, showing features and locations.

The difference between weather and climate. Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average weather pattern over a region.

A factor that influences climate, such as the distance from the equator, ocean currents, or altitude.

The top layer of soil rich in organic matter, essential for plant growth.

The number of births per 1,000 people in a population.

The movement of people into a country.

The process of using resources responsibly to ensure they're available for future generations.

A map element that explains the symbols used on the map, allowing readers to understand what each symbol represents.

A ratio that expresses the relationship between distances on a map and the corresponding distances in the real world.

A visual representation of the cardinal directions (North, South, East, West) on a map, helping users orient themselves.

The geographical area where most of Canada's population resides, extending along the southern border.

The measure of how densely populated a region is, calculated by dividing population by area.

The geological formations that shape Canada's landscape, including the Western Cordillera, Interior Plains, Canadian Shield, and more.

Canada's climate is influenced by latitude, ocean currents, and wind patterns, resulting in varied weather conditions across the country.

The process of the Canadian population aging due to decreasing birth rates and increasing life expectancy, leading to social and economic implications.

The short-term atmospheric conditions of a specific place at a given time.

Long-term patterns of atmospheric conditions in a region, spanning over 30 years.

Precipitation caused by air forced to rise over mountains, cooling and condensing into rain or snow.

Precipitation formed when warm, moist air rises, cools, and condenses, creating thunderstorms.

A graph showing the age and gender distribution of a population.

Factors that motivate people to leave their home country, such as war or natural disasters.

Factors that attract people to a new country, such as job opportunities or better living conditions.