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CANADA
Did you ever stop and wonder how much we take the place we live for
granted? If you were to take the time, you would discover how diverse are
Canada's history, geography, climate, economy, cultures and government.
Did you know it is the largest country in the world now that U.S.S.R broke
up. Specifically, Canada is 9,922,330 square km.
Did you know that Canada used to be named "Kanata"? Yes, Kanata is
an Indian word meaning village. It was not until July 1,1867 that Kanata
was renamed Canada. Canada was originally discovered by Jacques Cartier
an explorer from France who sailed down the St.Lawrence in 1534. Cartier
we believe was the first to set foot on Canadian soil. He marked his
presence with a flag claiming it his land.
Over the years, Canada has developed into the home of the largest
free-standing structure in the world. Canada,(a great tourist
attraction)is also home of the largest water fall in the world. Our
farmland unlike a lot of others has a variety of climate. The warmer
summer climate ranges from +10 - +30 and the cooler climate ranges from
anywhere to -10 - -30. Despite the changes in temperature, Canada's
precipitation is very light. Our home is enclosed by the United States
of America, south, the Pacific ocean and Alaska on the west side, the
Atlantic ocean on the east side and the Arctic up north.
One of the dominant reasons Canada is so well populated is due to the
fact of our financial status. At this present time, the economy is not
doing too well, but who's is? Canada is highly industrialised by
manufacturing Automobiles, food, liquor and tobacco.
We as a Unified country accept other cultures and religions.
Canada has about every nationality possible and together they form a great
home. Despite the many cultures, Canada's main languages are english and
french.
Canada is a democracy. This means the government is elected by all
the people. It is responsible for managing the country, forcing laws,
building roads and helping the country run smoothly. Canada has three
main levels of government: Federal, Provincial and Municipal. The house of
commons lies in Ottawa, Ontario. While the Queen is not present, her
representative, the Governor General is in charge. He ranks higher than
the Prime Minister.
In conclusion, I hope I have raised your awareness of Canada's
varied history, geography, economy, climate, cultures and government. This
is great country that we live in. I am truly proud to be a Canadian.
Extras
Canada in it's history to date has had five flags.
"The First, was a white flag with three gold fleurs-de-lys. This flag was
used by Cartier in his voyage up the St. Lawrence and by Champlain in his
explorations of eastern Canada. It was under this flag that the French
lived until the fall of Quebec in 1759. The flag was used by the English
from around 1700 was the Union Flag which contained two crosses-the cross
of St. George and the cross of St. Andrew and St. Patrick was introduced.
This flag is still used in Canada for special occasions.
The Red Ensign was approved in 1945 for use by Canadians overseas and on
certain occasions in Canada. The flag was used until 1965. The Royal
Canadian flag was authorized by Royal Proclamation on February 15, 1965,
following approval by Canadian House of Commons and Senate in December
1965.
The Canadian flag is red. In its centre is a white square the width of the
flag, with a single Red Maple Leaf in the centre. The flag must always be
twice as long as it is wide so that it makes a square when folded in two.
The colours white and red were given to Canada by King George V, on
November 21, 1921, when he granted arms to Canada on the recommendation of
the canadian government. The Maple Leaf has always been an emblem of
Canada. There is no significance to the eleven points of the leaf. It is
stylized or conventional in form, as is common when things found in nature
are used as flags, banners or arms.
Note- When hoisting the flag or descending, never let it touch the ground.
This shows a lack of respect toward your country and your people.
MARK MAY 1 1992
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