The initial inspiration behind the topic of today’s and yesterday’s posts was Canada Day. When I started writing yesterday’s post, I was not planning on beginning a second one on the same topic; however, upon further contemplation, I realized that perhaps the vast majority of people are not terribly familiar with everything our beautiful land has to offer, as well as some of its history. So, I figured someone out there might appreciate learning a little more about Canada, and here we are.
Again, this information comes from travelsphere.co.uk.
“11. Basketball was born in Canada
“Basketball, now a globally cherished sport, was created by James Naismith, a Canadian, in 1891. The first game of basketball used a soccer ball and two peach baskets as equipment, unlike the modern gear used today.
“12. Canada still has a monarchy
“Canada maintains a strong historical connection to its former coloniser, the United Kingdom, through shared royal bonds. The current UK monarch also serves as the monarch of Canada, in a primarily symbolic role.
“13. Canada’s is the main maple syrup producer
“Canada is responsible for producing nearly 85% of the world’s maple syrup. Many families have maintained their businesses by passing down land filled with rock maple trees from one generation to the next.
“14. Quebec has North America’s sole walled city
“The ramparts of Quebec City have a rich history beyond mere decoration. Originally built by French and British colonists from the 17th to the 19th centuries, these fortifications served as a formidable defence against invaders.
“16. Leif Erikson was the first European in Canada
“Leif Erikson, a Norse explorer hailing from Iceland, set foot on Canadian soil around 1,000 years ago, specifically in Newfoundland. This historic event marked what is considered to be the first time a European reached North American shores.
“17. Canada is extremely cold
“Unsurprisingly, a country renowned for its long winters and snowy landscapes boasts some chilling temperature records. On February 3, 1947, in the small village of Snag in the Yukon territory, the temperature dropped to an astounding -63 degrees Celsius (-81.4 Fahrenheit).
“18. Canada declared independence in 1982
“Prior to this, Canada was still under British rule for legal and constitutional matters. On April 17, 1982, which is now known as Constitution Day, Queen Elizabeth II signed the Constitution Act into law.
“19. Canada has a unique national drink: The Caesar
“Canada’s national beverage, the Caesar, features the unique ingredient of clam juice. This intriguing drink is a mixture of vodka, Clamato (clam broth and tomato juice), Tabasco hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and lime. It’s served chilled over ice in a glass with celery salt on the rim.
“20. Canada’s national sport is lacrosse
“Lacrosse has a rich history in Canada and was originally developed by indigenous nations in North America before Europeans arrived,” the web page explains.
Canada has a heck of a lot more to offer than just its stereotypes.
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