Canada Quiz: How Well Do You Know the Land of Maple Leaf?

Lacrosse is an Indigenous sport that became the official summer sport of Canada in 1994. Ice hockey is recognized as the official national winter sport.

The Cabot Trail is a scenic highway winding through Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, celebrated for its ocean vistas, hiking trails, and vibrant Celtic culture.

The beaver was declared Canada’s official national animal in 1975 due to its historical role in the fur trade and its symbolic value of hard work and perseverance.

The national flag features a single, stylized 11-point red maple leaf on a white background with red borders — a simple and iconic design adopted in 1965.

“O Canada” was officially adopted as the national anthem in 1980. The lyrics reflect pride in Canada’s history and natural beauty.

Canada is officially bilingual. English is spoken by most people, while French is the primary language in Quebec and is widely spoken in parts of New Brunswick and Ontario.

Nunavut was created on April 1, 1999, splitting off from the Northwest Territories. It was established as a homeland for the Inuit and is the largest and least populated territory.

Toronto, located in Ontario, is Canada’s most populous city, a diverse metropolis and a major financial and cultural center.

The RCMP, nicknamed "Mounties," are famous for their iconic red serge uniforms and broad-brimmed hats. They serve as the national police force of Canada.

Canada’s Parliament is bicameral — consisting of the elected House of Commons and the appointed Senate — with the monarch represented by the Governor General.

The Atlantic Ocean borders Canada’s eastern provinces — Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island — and supports rich fishing industries.

The border between Canada and the United States is the world’s longest international border without a military presence, spanning approximately 8,891 kilometers.

Located in Nunavut, Baffin Island is the largest island in Canada and the fifth-largest in the world. Its Arctic landscape is home to Inuit communities and diverse wildlife.

Following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing in 2022, her son Charles III became King. Canada is a constitutional monarchy with the monarch as ceremonial head of state.

Niagara Falls straddles the international border between Ontario (Canada) and New York State (USA). The Horseshoe Falls, the most famous part, lies mostly on the Canadian side.

The Inuit are Indigenous peoples who traditionally live across Arctic regions of Canada, Greenland, and Alaska. They have rich cultural traditions adapted to harsh northern climates.

The Canadian Dollar (CAD), symbolized as “$” or “C$,” is the official currency. It is often referred to as the “Loonie,” after the loon bird on its $1 coin.

The CN Tower was completed in 1976 and stands 553 meters tall. It was once the world’s tallest freestanding structure and is a famous tourist attraction.

Calgary is Alberta’s largest city and is known for the Calgary Stampede, a famous annual rodeo and festival that celebrates Western culture.

Wayne Gretzky, nicknamed “The Great One,” is considered the greatest hockey player of all time. He played 20 seasons in the NHL and holds numerous scoring records.

Poutine originated in rural Quebec in the 1950s and has become one of Canada’s most famous comfort foods.

Quebec is Canada’s largest province at approximately 1.54 million km². It is mainly French-speaking and known for its rich culture and historic sites like Old Quebec City.

Located in the Yukon, Mount Logan is 5,959 meters tall — the second-highest peak in North America after Alaska's Denali.

Ottawa, located in Ontario on the Ottawa River, became Canada’s capital in 1857. Queen Victoria chose it due to its central location and relative security from American attacks at the time.

Nova Scotia, meaning "New Scotland," is rich in Acadian culture and history. Acadians are French-speaking people who first settled in this region in the 17th century.