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Canadian Symbols

The Canadian Flag

October 24, 2009 By Pat Williams

Canadian Flag

(Featured 2001) Canada's longest battle was waged in parliament over the introduction of a uniquely Canadian symbol.....the flag. That is not to assume that a distinctly Canadian flag wasn't considered before the maple leaf version was adopted.....the current design was actually discussed …

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The Name “Canada”

October 24, 2009 By Pat Williams

Historic Map of Canada

Canada is derived from the word "kanata" which in Huron-Iroquois language means "village" or "settlement". The word kanata was first heard by Jacques Cartier while he was requesting directions to Quebec City, which in 1535, was the Indian village of Stadacona. Cartier expanded the use of the word …

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Trivia EH? The Beaver

October 24, 2009 By Pat Williams

Officially became a Canadian emblem when it received royal assent on March 24, 1975. The Hudson's Bay Company got it's start trading beaver pelts. It's still in operation today and may be recognized as retail department store "The Bay". The first Canadian postage stamp was the "Three …

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