Canada: Geography, Economy and Justice flashcards

Front

Which region of Canada includes the provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador?

Back

The Atlantic Provinces — The Atlantic Provinces are New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador — the four provinces on Canada's east coast.

Front

What are the two provinces that make up the region known as Central Canada?

Back

Ontario and Quebec — Central Canada refers to Ontario and Quebec, which together contain the majority of Canada's population.

Front

Which three provinces are known as the Prairie Provinces?

Back

Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan — Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan are the Prairie Provinces, named for the vast flat grasslands that dominate the landscape.

Front

Which province is located on Canada's West Coast and is known for its mild climate and mountain scenery?

Back

British Columbia — British Columbia is Canada's westernmost province, bordered by the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its mild, wet climate and dramatic mountain landscapes.

Front

What is the capital city of Ontario?

Back

Toronto — Toronto is the capital of Ontario. Note that Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, is also located in Ontario but is not Ontario's provincial capital.

Front

What is the capital city of Quebec?

Back

Quebec City — Quebec City is the capital of the province of Quebec. Montreal is the largest city in Quebec but is not the provincial capital.

Front

What is the capital city of British Columbia?

Back

Victoria — Victoria, located on Vancouver Island, is the capital of British Columbia. Vancouver is the largest city in BC but not its capital.

Front

What is the capital city of Alberta?

Back

Edmonton — Edmonton is the capital of Alberta. Calgary is larger by population but Edmonton serves as the provincial capital.

Front

What is the capital city of Manitoba?

Back

Winnipeg — Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of Manitoba, situated at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers.

Front

What is the capital city of Saskatchewan?

Back

Regina — Regina is the capital of Saskatchewan. Saskatoon is larger in population but Regina is the provincial capital.

Front

What is the capital city of Nova Scotia?

Back

Halifax — Halifax is the capital and largest city of Nova Scotia, and is also the largest city in the Atlantic region.

Front

What is the capital city of New Brunswick?

Back

Fredericton — Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick. Moncton and Saint John are larger cities but Fredericton is the provincial capital.

Front

What is the capital city of Prince Edward Island?

Back

Charlottetown — Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island. It is also known as the 'Birthplace of Confederation.'

Front

What is the capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador?

Back

St. John's — St. John's is the capital and largest city of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is also one of the oldest European settlements in North America.

Front

What is the capital city of Yukon?

Back

Whitehorse — Whitehorse is the capital of Yukon and is the largest city in any of Canada's three northern territories.

Front

What is the capital city of the Northwest Territories?

Back

Yellowknife — Yellowknife is the capital of the Northwest Territories. It sits on the northern shore of Great Slave Lake.

Front

What is the capital city of Nunavut?

Back

Iqaluit — Iqaluit is the capital of Nunavut, Canada's newest and largest territory. It is located on Baffin Island.

Front

Canada has the longest coastline of any country in the world.

Back

True — True. Canada's coastline, including its islands, is the longest in the world, stretching over 200,000 kilometres.

Front

Canada is the largest country in the world by total area.

Back

False — False. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by total area, after Russia.

Front

The border between Canada and the United States is often described as the world's longest what?

Back

Undefended border — The Canada-US border is often called the world's longest undefended border, reflecting the peaceful and open relationship between the two countries.

Front

The Great Lakes are located along the border of Canada and which country?

Back

The United States — The Great Lakes — Superior, Huron, Erie, and Ontario — lie along the Canada-United States border, while Lake Michigan is entirely within the United States. Together they contain about 20% of the world's fresh surface water.

Front

The St. Lawrence Seaway connects the Great Lakes to which body of water, allowing ocean-going ships to travel deep into the continent?

Back

The Atlantic Ocean — The St. Lawrence Seaway links the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, enabling large ships to travel from the ocean to ports as far inland as Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Front

The Rocky Mountains run through which part of Canada?

Back

Western Canada through British Columbia and Alberta — The Rocky Mountains extend through western Canada, primarily through British Columbia and Alberta, forming a dramatic natural boundary between the Prairies and the Pacific coast.

Front

What is the Canadian Shield?

Back

A vast area of ancient rock covering much of central and eastern Canada — The Canadian Shield is a massive plateau of ancient Precambrian rock that covers roughly half of Canada, stretching from the Great Lakes north to the Arctic and from the Rockies east to Labrador. It is rich in minerals.

Front

How many provinces and territories does Canada have in total?

Back

10 provinces and 3 territories — Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories: Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

Front

Which of the following is one of Canada's three northern territories?

Back

Yukon — Canada's three territories are Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. Labrador is part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Baffin Island and Vancouver Island are islands, not territories.

Front

Canada's economy can best be described as which type?

Back

A trading nation with a market-based economy — Canada is a trading nation with a market-based economy. It relies heavily on international trade — especially with the United States — and values free enterprise.

Front

Canada's most important trading partner is:

Back

The United States — The United States is by far Canada's largest trading partner, with the two countries sharing the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.

Front

NAFTA, the North American Free Trade Agreement, involved Canada, the United States, and which other country?

Back

Mexico — NAFTA was a free trade agreement between Canada, the United States, and Mexico that came into force in 1994. It was later modernized and replaced.

Front

Which of the following is a major natural resource industry in Canada?

Back

Forestry and lumber — Forestry and lumber are major natural resource industries in Canada. Canada has vast forests and is one of the world's top producers of wood products and paper.

Front

Which of the following is a major natural resource that Canada exports?

Back

Oil and natural gas — Canada exports significant quantities of oil and natural gas, along with wheat, grain, minerals, and metals. Tropical fruits, cocoa, and coffee beans are not produced in Canada's climate.

Front

What is the name of Canada's currency?

Back

The Canadian dollar — Canada's official currency is the Canadian dollar. The one-dollar coin is nicknamed the 'loonie' because it features a common loon, but the official name is the Canadian dollar.