The National Symbols of Canada The current Canadian Flag was adopted in the year 1965. Maple Leaf-another name of the Canadian National Flag. The red. - презентация

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2 The National Symbols of Canada The current Canadian Flag was adopted in the year Maple Leaf-another name of the Canadian National Flag. The red and white colors are the national colors of Canada. The current Canadian Flag was adopted in the year Maple Leaf-another name of the Canadian National Flag. The red and white colors are the national colors of Canada. Maple is a national tree in Canada.

3 Canada is the second largest country in the world after Russia. Canada is the second largest country in the world after Russia.

4 About 32 million people live in Canada. About 80% of the population live within 320 km of the southern border. Much of the rest of Canada is uninhabited or thinly populated because of severe natural conditions. Canada is a federation of 10 provinces and 2 territories.

5 Quick Facts Canada was ruled by Britain completely until 1867, when Canada gained control of its domestic affairs.Canada was ruled by Britain completely until 1867, when Canada gained control of its domestic affairs. Britain governed Canada's foreign affairs until 1931, when Canada gained full independence.Britain governed Canada's foreign affairs until 1931, when Canada gained full independence. About 57% of all Canadians have some English ancestry and about 32% have some French ancestry. Both English and French are official languages of the country.About 57% of all Canadians have some English ancestry and about 32% have some French ancestry. Both English and French are official languages of the country. French Canadians, most of whom live in the provinces of Quebec, have kept the language and customs of their ancestors.French Canadians, most of whom live in the provinces of Quebec, have kept the language and customs of their ancestors. Native people American Indians and Eskimos make up about 2% of the country's population.Native people American Indians and Eskimos make up about 2% of the country's population. 77% of Canada's people live in cities or towns.77% of Canada's people live in cities or towns.

6 The capital is Ottawa in the province of Ontario. Ottawa is the home of government organizations such as the Government of Canada, Parliament, the Senate, and the Supreme Court of Canada.

7 Canadian Parliament Building

8 The National Gallery in Ottawa Chateau Laurier at night Christmas Lights on the Parliament Building Elgin Street in Ottawa Sparks Street

9 Supreme CourtCanadian Museum of Nature Ottawa from Marriott Hotel The Peacekeeping Monument in Ottawa

10 Clock Tower in Vancouver The Vogue Theatre On Granville Street Vancouver Public Library on Georgia Street Vancouver is the major seaport in the country. Population - 587,891

11 Vancouver City HallVancouver Art Gallery Sky Bridge Chateau Laurier /hotel/ Sunset beach at English Bay in the West End

12 Hockey Hall of Fame The CN Tower Football Stadium Toronto is one of the largest cities in Canada. Population – 2,481,494

13 The Toronto – Dominion centre Toronto City hall Victoria College in the University of Toronto Queens Park

14 The Canadian dollar (C$) is a paper currency of 100 cents.The Canadian dollar (C$) is a paper currency of 100 cents. There are coins of 1,5,10 25, and 50 cents,1 dollar and 2 dollars, and notes of 2,5,10,20,50,100,and 1,000 Canadian dollars. US currency is usuallyUS currency is usually accepted,especially in major cities and along the border. accepted,especially in major cities and along the border.

15 Waterfalls in Canada The highest waterfall in Canada is Della Falls. But it is not regarded in world literature as a major waterfall. We know Niagara Falls as the biggest because they flow of 6000 cubic metres per second.

16 A great range of plant and animal life characterizes the area of Canada, with its varied geographic and climatic zones.

17 We can see white pine, hemlock, sugar and red maples, yellow birch, and beech trees. In the east are found the balsam fir, white cedar, tamarack, white birch, and aspen, with jack pine in the drier areas. Many types of grasses grow on the plains. The great Arctic region is covered with low- growing grasses, mosses, and bushes. Plants

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20 Nature in different seasons seasons

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