A Look At A Look At CanadaCanadaBy: Riley Doering and Josh Devos

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/68/Maple_leaf_structure.jpg

Values Equality

Citizens of Canada have the right to speak out and even to diagree with others. The Governemnt has the responsibility to treat every Canadian equal.

http://www.loveequality.com/Images/Love_equality.png

ValuesRespect for Cultural DifferencesWe respect all Canadians regardless of where they came from or any traditions that they hold. We appreciate this diversity.

http://todaysseniorsnetwork.com/Diversity,%20races,.jpg

ValuesFreedom

Canadians hold freedom of speech, thought, religion. Also, citizens hold the right to a peaceful protest.

http://static.flickr.com/41/149975251_78d724c78b.jpg

ValuesPeace

Canada is known world-wide as helping out in peacekeeping missions. Also, we are known for having a non-violent society to live in.

http://www.freewebs.com/perpill/canada_flag_peace_symbol_l.jpg

ValuesLaw and OrderOur Government keeps accountable to all citizens. Courts and police treat everyone equal and without discrimination. These courts support democratic decision-making.

http://www.mytorontolawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/supreme_court_canada.jpg

HistoryHistory

On July 1On July 1stst, 1867, the, 1867, the

provinces of Lower provinces of Lower

Canada (Quebec), Canada (Quebec),

Upper Canada (Ontario), Upper Canada (Ontario),

New Brunswick and New Brunswick and Nova Scotia joined to Nova Scotia joined to become the country of become the country of Canada.Canada.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b0/Proclamation_Canadian_Confederation.jpg

ConfederationConfederation

HistorHistoryy

In 1965 the new In 1965 the new Canadian flag was Canadian flag was chosen after a chosen after a countrywide contest- countrywide contest- the red and white the red and white maple leaf. A new maple leaf. A new flag is flown from the flag is flown from the Peace Tower every Peace Tower every dayday

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3080/2776113579_df1b2402a4.jpg

The Flag

HistoryHistory

In 1867 Queen Victoria chose Ottawa In 1867 Queen Victoria chose Ottawa to beto be

The coming of The coming of Confederation Confederation required the capital to required the capital to be chosen again, and be chosen again, and Ottawa was picked a Ottawa was picked a second time.second time.

http://www.carletonuel.ca/Parliament.jpg

Ottawa Becomes the Capital

the capital of the Province of Canada.the capital of the Province of Canada.

HistoryHistory

The Constitution Act of 1982 gave The Constitution Act of 1982 gave the Parliament of Canada the power the Parliament of Canada the power to change our Constitution. The to change our Constitution. The Canadian Charter of Canadian Charter of Rights and Rights and

Freedoms also Freedoms also became part of our became part of our

Constitution in Constitution in 1982. 1982.

http://aprilreign.breadnroses.ca/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/charter.jpg

Canada’sCanada’s ConstitutionConstitution

SymbolSymbolss

The beaver appears on The beaver appears on

the 5 cent coin. the 5 cent coin. Castor Castor

CanadensisCanadensis, the , the

Canadian beaver, became Canadian beaver, became

Canada’s national symbolCanada’s national symbol

on March 24on March 24,, 1975 1975http://parenting.leehansen.com/downloads/clipart/Patriotic/thumbnails/canada-beaver-th.gif

The BeaverThe Beaver

SymbolSymbolss

The maple leaf has been used as The maple leaf has been used as Canada’s symbol from as early as Canada’s symbol from as early as 1700. It is featured on the penny.1700. It is featured on the penny.

Since February 15, Since February 15,

1965, it has 1965, it has

appeared on our appeared on our

national flag.national flag.

http://www.photoseek.com/03MI-G0011-MapleLeaf.jpg

The Maple The Maple LeafLeaf

SymbolsSymbols

The Canadian parliament buildings The Canadian parliament buildings are in Ottawa, Ontario. are in Ottawa, Ontario.

The building in the The building in the

center is called the center is called the

Peace TowerPeace Tower

http://www.commentaries.ca/images/PeaceTower635x477.gif

The Parliament BuildingsThe Parliament Buildings

SymbolSymbolss

The Canadian flag was chosen in The Canadian flag was chosen in 1965.1965.

It features the maple leaf.It features the maple leaf.

All government buildings fly the All government buildings fly the Canadian flag.Canadian flag.

http://www.trailcanada.com/images/canadian-flag.gif

The Canadian Flag

GeographyThe West CoastThe west coast was settled is the 1800’s for mainly fur trading. The main economy consists of forestry and tourism.Population: 4.4 Million

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg/800px-Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg

GeographyThe Prairie ProvincesThe Prairies is a province rich in various natural resources. In Alberta there is oil while in Saskatchewan many areas are rich in potash.

Population: 5.6 million

http://www.speedace.info/speedace_images/texaco_oil_field_donkey_wells.jpg

GeographyThe North

For 300 years the Hudson’s Bay Company controlled the north and hunted for fur. Nowadays, mining and oil have taken over the economy. Tourism also generates revenue. Population: 104,667

http://fashion-stylist.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/nunavut_lrg.jpg

GeographyCentral CanadaCentral Canada is the manufacturing heartland of Canada. Most of the area is urbanized compared to the other regions. There are also many tourism destinations here.Population: 20.5 million

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/images/photos/photo_lg_ontario.jpg

GeographyAtlantic CanadaThis region has a rich history in fishing and farming. These still play a role in the economy but oil and mining have also come to into play.

Population: 2,332,535

http://canadianwinter.ca/atlantic/images/gallery_images/lighthouse_nvsc.jpg

GovernmentFederal GovernmentThe Federal government is the highest government in Canada. It takes care of things such as defense, foreign policy, citizenship and major laws.

http://www.lethbridgefirefighters.com/images/uploads/Legislat.JPG

GovernmentProvincial GovernmentThis government is the middle of the 3 types. It handles matters such as education, healthcare, roads and policing. Elected MPP make up the provincial government.

http://www.web.net/ohc/picts/qpext.gif

GovernmentMunicipal GovernmentThis is the most local government. This government handles policing, firefighting, snow removal and programs for recycling.

http://www.normsgeneralcontracting.com/images/Snow-removal.jpg

RightsRights

The Canadian Charter of Rights The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms legally protects the and Freedoms legally protects the basic rights and freedoms of basic rights and freedoms of everyone in Canada.everyone in Canada.

These include the right These include the right

to fair trial, equality and to fair trial, equality and

mobility.mobility.http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/library/idb/forsey/images/charter-e.gif

The Canadian The Canadian CharterCharter

RightRightss

Some of Canada’s citizenship rights Some of Canada’s citizenship rights include: include:

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Canadian_passport.jpg

The right to vote in The right to vote in municipal, municipal, provincial and federal provincial and federal electionselectionsThe right to apply for a The right to apply for a Canadian passportCanadian passportThe right to enter and The right to enter and leave leave Canada freelyCanada freely

CitizenshiCitizenship p

ResponsibilitiesAlong with Rights there are

also Responsibilities. Some of these include: voting when there is an election, helping others, care for environment and heritage, obey the law, respect rights of others and to get rid of discrimination and injustice. http://

indistinctunion.files.wordpress.com/2008/04/447px-coat_of_arms_of_canadasvg.png

ConclusionConclusion

In conclusion we have found that Canada is one of the best places and one of the most safest places to live. Our symbols bring patriotism and our values bring peace and happiness.

http://darklightwrites.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/canada_flag_sunset.jpg

Sourceshttp://www.cic.gc.ca/EnGLIsh/resources/publications/look/index.asp

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/68/Maple_leaf_structure.jpg

http://www.loveequality.com/Images/Love_equality.png

http://todaysseniorsnetwork.com/Diversity,%20races,.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/41/149975251_78d724c78b.jpg

http://www.freewebs.com/perpill/canada_flag_peace_symbol_l.jpg

http://www.mytorontolawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/supreme_court_canada.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b0/Proclamation_Canadian_Confederation.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3080/2776113579_df1b2402a4.jpg

http://www.carletonuel.ca/Parliament.jpg

http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/library/idb/forsey/images/charter-e.gif

http://parenting.leehansen.com/downloads/clipart/Patriotic/thumbnails/canada-beaver-th.gif

http://www.photoseek.com/03MI-G0011-MapleLeaf.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg/800px-Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg

http://www.commentaries.ca/images/PeaceTower635x477.gif

http://www.trailcanada.com/images/canadian-flag.gif

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg/800px-Ketchican_totem_pole_2.jpg

http://www.speedace.info/speedace_images/texaco_oil_field_donkey_wells.jpg

http://fashion-stylist.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/nunavut_lrg.jpg

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/images/photos/photo_lg_ontario.jpg

http://canadianwinter.ca/atlantic/images/gallery_images/lighthouse_nvsc.jpg

http://www.lethbridgefirefighters.com/images/uploads/Legislat.JPG

http://www.web.net/ohc/picts/qpext.gifhttp://www.normsgeneralcontracting.com/images/Snow-removal.jpg

http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/library/idb/forsey/images/charter-e.gif

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Canadian_passport.jpg

http://indistinctunion.files.wordpress.com/2008/04/447px-coat_of_arms_of_canadasvg.png

http://darklightwrites.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/canada_flag_sunset.jpg

http://www.cic.gc.ca/EnGLIsh/resources/publications/look/index.asp