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What are some of the components of a culture?
What are some of the components of a culture?
What is the second largest country in land mass?
What is the second largest country in land mass?
Canada
What country has the most time zones in the world?
What country has the most time zones in the world?
France
Which of these countries do NOT border the Arctic Ocean?
Which of these countries do NOT border the Arctic Ocean?
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Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs), which extend up to 200 miles beyond the coast, includes the North Pole itself.
Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs), which extend up to 200 miles beyond the coast, includes the North Pole itself.
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Which of these geographical regions are present in Canada?
Which of these geographical regions are present in Canada?
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What is the name of the geographic region encompassing the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba?
What is the name of the geographic region encompassing the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba?
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The word 'Indigenous' is often used to refer to the original inhabitants of Canada. What is the term to describe these specific people in Canada?
The word 'Indigenous' is often used to refer to the original inhabitants of Canada. What is the term to describe these specific people in Canada?
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The term 'Métis' can refer to a distinct cultural group in Canada, that emerged from the intermarriages of European fur traders and Indigenous women.
The term 'Métis' can refer to a distinct cultural group in Canada, that emerged from the intermarriages of European fur traders and Indigenous women.
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The Royal Proclamation of 1763 was a document issued by the British government that declared the Indigenous peoples as the rightful owners of their lands, and established a system to protect them from further encroachment.
The Royal Proclamation of 1763 was a document issued by the British government that declared the Indigenous peoples as the rightful owners of their lands, and established a system to protect them from further encroachment.
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What is the name of the Act introduced in Canada that led to the forced removal of children from their Indigenous families and communities, placing them in residential schools, where they were subjected to assimilation and cultural suppression?
What is the name of the Act introduced in Canada that led to the forced removal of children from their Indigenous families and communities, placing them in residential schools, where they were subjected to assimilation and cultural suppression?
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Which of these are part of the legacy of the residential school system?
Which of these are part of the legacy of the residential school system?
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What is the name of the organization that conducted the Truth and Reconciliation Commission?
What is the name of the organization that conducted the Truth and Reconciliation Commission?
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What is the name of the first Canadian flag, also known as the Dominion Flag?
What is the name of the first Canadian flag, also known as the Dominion Flag?
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In Canada, is the border between Canada and the US represented by a specific geographical line? If so, which one?
In Canada, is the border between Canada and the US represented by a specific geographical line? If so, which one?
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Which of these are considered natural resources found in Canada?
Which of these are considered natural resources found in Canada?
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The southernmost point of Canada is known as Pelee Island.
The southernmost point of Canada is known as Pelee Island.
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Canadian culture can be described as multicultural with a democratic system.
Canadian culture can be described as multicultural with a democratic system.
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Canada's healthcare system follows a universal model.
Canada's healthcare system follows a universal model.
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Canada is a member of the Commonwealth group of nations.
Canada is a member of the Commonwealth group of nations.
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Which of these are aspects of Canadian culture?
Which of these are aspects of Canadian culture?
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Canadians are often seen as peaceful, friendly, courteous, and accepting of differences.
Canadians are often seen as peaceful, friendly, courteous, and accepting of differences.
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What is the group of seven Canadian artists famous for?
What is the group of seven Canadian artists famous for?
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The most popular sport in Canada is hockey.
The most popular sport in Canada is hockey.
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Which of these are considered Canadian specialties?
Which of these are considered Canadian specialties?
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Which of these are considered Canadian beverages?
Which of these are considered Canadian beverages?
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Which of these are considered Canadian Snack Foods?
Which of these are considered Canadian Snack Foods?
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What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its salmon?
What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its salmon?
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What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its wheat, wild rice, beef, berries, and a strong Ukrainian influence?
What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its wheat, wild rice, beef, berries, and a strong Ukrainian influence?
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What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its pork, fruits, vegetables, wine, cheese, maple syrup, and corn?
What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its pork, fruits, vegetables, wine, cheese, maple syrup, and corn?
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What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its seafood and potatoes?
What is the name of the Canadian province best known for its seafood and potatoes?
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Hockey is not a popular sport in Canada.
Hockey is not a popular sport in Canada.
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Canadians do not embrace multiculturalism.
Canadians do not embrace multiculturalism.
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The melting pot model describes the Canadian approach to the integration of different cultures, where individuals are expected to assimilate into a dominant culture, losing their own cultural identities in the process.
The melting pot model describes the Canadian approach to the integration of different cultures, where individuals are expected to assimilate into a dominant culture, losing their own cultural identities in the process.
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The Canadian flag features a single red maple leaf on white background, with a red bar on each side and a blue bar on top.
The Canadian flag features a single red maple leaf on white background, with a red bar on each side and a blue bar on top.
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Study Notes
Canada - Week 4 Study Notes
- Canada was founded in 1867
- It is the second largest country in land mass
- It has 6 time zones
- France has the most time zones (12)
- The US and its territories has 11 time zones
- Russia has 11 time zones
- Antarctica has 24 time zones
- UK has 9 time zones
- Australia has 8 time zones
What is Culture?
- Values: Beliefs, principles, important aspects of lifestyle
- Customs: Holidays, clothing, greetings, rituals, activities
- Marriage and Family: Types of marriage (arranged, free, same-sex etc), family size, patriarchal/matriarchal
- Government and Law: Type of government, leaders, system
- Games and Leisure: Sports teams, games, TV, popular music, free time activities
- Economy and Trade: Trading partners, imports, exports, workforce, main jobs
- Language: Language of the area, dialects
- Religion: Symbols, religious practices, worship, holy items
- Institutions: Education, government, religion, economy
- Food: What people eat, how food is prepared, tools used, settings for eating
History
- Timeline: Important dates (1867, 1670, 1497, 1534, 1576, 1608, and 1759) and events in Canadian History
- Indigenous Peoples: Countries bordering the Arctic Ocean, economic rights, continental shelves
- 200-mile zone: does not include the North Pole. Legitimate claims require scientific proof of continental shelf continuation.
- Important figures: (e.g., John Cabot, Jacques Cartier, Henry Hudson, Samuel de Champlain)
- Colonization: The history of legislating First Nations, Inuit, and Métis out of existence, erasing their cultures.
- Indigenous Food Sovereignty: Not a side effect of colonialism, but a deliberate action. Colonization has decimated Indigenous food sovereignty through acts like the Gradual Civilization Act, banning of Indigenous ceremonies, and treaty exchanges.
Regions
- 10 provinces and 3 territories
- 3 oceans
- 49th parallel - border separating Canada and the USA
- Varied topography, weather, and natural resources (forests, minerals, water, oil, and gas)
- Examples: Rocky Mountains, Central Plains, Canadian Shield, Great Lakes.
Culture Continued
- Multiculturalism: Canada is a mosaic, proudly heterogeneous, diversity is valued.
- Universal Health Care: A fundamental part of Canadian society
- Democratic Values: Canada is a multicultural and democratic society
- Commonwealth Member: Canada is a member of the Commonwealth
- Metric Measures: Common measurement system in Canada and is not the same as imperial measures.
- Art, Dance, Literature: Canada has a strong presence in art, dance, and literature – examples given are "The Group of Seven" and authors like Munro and Atwood
- Music: Artists like Rush
National Symbols
- Maple Leaf
- Beaver
Attractions
- Niagara Falls
- Rocky Mountains
- Cape Auguet (Nova Scotia Coastline)
- Algonquin Park
- Red Sand Beach (PEI)
- Moraine Lake (AB)
Inventions
- Blackberry
- Insulin
- Penicillin
- Basketball
Religion
- Christianity: Most prominent religion in Canada, also Islam.
- Holidays: Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving
- Stores Closed on Sundays: In Ontario up until 1992
- Religious Affiliation: Distribution (pie chart data, percentages).
Canada's History & Timeline
- Timeline: Major events (e.g. founding dates of provinces and territories)
- Hudson's Bay Company: Acquired Rupert's Land from Great Britain
- British North American Act (1867): Signed during Canadian formation
- Independence (1982): Constitution Act, Charter of Rights
- Commonwealth: Canada is part of the British Commonwealth
- War of 1812: A war affecting Canada
What Does Canada Mean to You (Summary)
- Regional context
- Historical context
- Cultural key points (arts, religion, sports)
- Multiculturalism (melting pot vs. salad bowl)
- Canadian foods
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Explore key facts about Canada, including its founding year, size, and time zones. Additionally, delve into the concept of culture with insights on values, customs, family structures, government, and economy, providing a comprehensive understanding of both Canadian geography and cultural elements.
