Introduction of Canada

1、CanadaCanadaLoCation:LoCation: Canada is a country in North America. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific and northward into the Arctic Ocean. At 9.98 million square kilometers in total, Canada is the worlds second-largest country by total area,

2、and its common border with the United States is the worlds longest land border shared by the same two countries. PoLitiCaL PoLitiCaL system:system:Canada is a federal parliamentary and a constitutional monarchy. It is one of the worlds most ethnically diverse and multicultural nations.Its advanced e

3、conomy is one of the largest in the world, relying chiefly upon its abundant natural resources and well-developed trade networks. the nationaL the nationaL fLag:fLag:eConomiCeConomiCCanada is a recognized middle power and a member ofG7, G8, G20, International covenant on Civil and Political Rights,

4、NATO, North American Free Trade Agreement, Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development. (OECD), World Trade Organization, Commonwealth of Nations, Francophone, Organization of American States, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and the United Nations.CLimateCLimateCanadas climate is not a

5、s cold all year around as some may believe. In winter, temperatures fall below freezing point throughout most of Canada. But the south-western coast has a relatively mild climate. During the summer months the southern provinces often experience high levels of humidity and temperatures that can surpa

6、ss 30 degrees Celsius regularly. e environmentnvironmentThe environment is the subject of ministries at the federal and provincial level in Canada.In 2011 United Nations said Canadas environment was the best in the world.Several governmental programs have been created to mitigate 20th and 21st centu

7、ry climate change.Hundreds of environmental organizations have been founded in Canada.Ten Provinces:AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNewfoundland and Labrador New BrunswickNova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanThree areas:Northwest Territories YukonNunavutThe Capital : Ottawa The c

8、apital of the second biggest country on the planet, Ottawa struggles with its reputation as a bureaucratic labyrinth of little charm and character. Ottawa, Canadas Capital, sits on the border between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec in central Canada.TorontoFamous Cities Toronto is the largest ci

9、ty in Canada and the provincial capital of Ontario. It is located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. With over 2.5 million residents, it is the fifth most populous municipality in North America. Toronto is at the heart of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and is part of a densely populated reg

10、ion in Southern Ontario known as the Golden Horseshoe. VancouverVancouver is located in the western Canada. Its surrounded by water on three sides and is nestled alongside the Coast Mountain Range. It is the largest city of Columbia, and the third largest city in Canada Because of its coastal geogra

11、phical advantage, Vancouver also become the second largest seaport in North America And a important international transfer station.The Maple Leaf One of the most widely recognized trees in Canadas temperate forests is the Maple. This species provides a crucial component in forest ecosystems across C

12、anada and is a part of the rural and city landscape. As well, it is an important tree in the forests carbon balance, sustains the maple syrup industry and produces a range of valuable and wonderful wood products used in our houses. In 1965, the Maple Leaf became the center-piece of Canadas national

13、flag. It has become the most prominent symbol of Canada, nationally and internationally. Canadians traveling abroad commonly wear Maple Leaf pins.Travel in Canada Canada is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the world. It has many interesting cities, like Toronto, North Vancouver, Montr

14、eal or Halifax. But also some of the most impressive nature, which is great for outdoor activities, like hiking, skiing, rafting and fishing. Niagara falls The Niagara falls are massive waterfalls on the Niagara river ,straddling the international border between the Canadian province of Ontario and

15、the U.S state of New York .it is one of the most charming places for the visitors from the world .The Great Lakes The great lakesSuperior , Michigan ,Huron ,Erie and Ontarioand their connecting channels from the largest fresh surface water system on earth . The Great Lakes are located in eastern Nor

16、th America,on the Canada United States border.They are sometimes referred to as inland seas,Canada and the United States Third Coast, or the Industrial Heartland. These Freshwater Seas hold about one-fifth of the worlds fresh surface water supply and nine-tenth of the U.S. Supply. Spread evenly acro

17、ss the contiguous 48 states, the lakes water would be about 9.5feet deep. If you stood on the moon, or the mitten bounded by Lakes Michigan, Huron and Eric .Canada is a country of immigrants, has a rich and colorful culture, in whichthe ” three not food culture is very interesting. No alcoholic drin

18、ks and tobacco.Do not eat hot food.Dont exhaust table Literature and ArtsCanadian art The arts have flourished in Canada since the 20th century, and especially since the end of World War II in 1945 The works of most early Canadian painters followed European trends. A group of landscape painters call

19、ed the Group of Seven developed the first distinctly Canadian style of painting. All these artists painted large, brilliantly coloured scenes of the Canadian wilderness. Canadian sculpture has been enriched by the walrus ivory and soapstone carvings by the Inuit artists. These carvings show objects

20、and activities from the daily life of the Inuit.Music The Music of Canada has reflected the multi-cultural influences that have shaped the country. Aboriginals, the French, and the British have all made contributions to the musical heritage of Canada. Canadian music industry has been helped by gover

21、nment regulation designed to protect and encourage the growth of distinct Canadian culture. The Canadian Content (CANCON) regulations require all radio stations in Canada play at least 36% Canadian music. This has enabled Canadian artists to garner success on the airwaves which were once dominated b

22、y American and European acts. Individuals are honoured at The Juno Awards, recognizing Canadian achievement in popular music. In addition, Canada is home to a number of popular summer-time folk festivals, including the Winnipeg Folk Festival.Literature Canadian literature is often divided into Frenc

23、h and English-language literature, which are rooted in the literary traditions of France and Britain, respectively. Canadas literature, whether written in English or French, often reflects the Canadian perspective on nature, frontier life, and Canadas position in the world, Canadian identity is clos

24、ely tied to its literature. Canadian literature is often categorised by region or province; by the status of the author Customs and HabitsMeeting and Greeting Formalities.In general, Canadians are more reserved and polite than Americans, and take matters of etiquette a little more seriously. Shake hands and introduce yourself when meeting Canadians for the first time. Always shake hands firmly when meeting or depa