Author: Darrel Pratt

Can You Hunt Bears In Saskatchewan?

Saskatchewan offers two black bear hunting seasons, spring and fall. Some consider the spring the easier season. How many black bears are in Saskatchewan? 43,000 black bearsAccording to the Ministry of Environment, there are somewhere in the neighbourhood of 43,000 black bears in Saskatchewan, and while most of them are in the northern part of […]

What Is Subsidized Housing Manitoba?

Subsidized housing is provided to seniors, persons with disabilities and families with low to moderate incomes. Who qualifies for subsidized housing? Requirements for FLISP Earn either a single or joint gross monthly household income of between R3 501 to R22 000. Be a first time home buyer. Be over the age of 18 years. Have […]

Are There Earthquakes In Saskatchewan?

Since 1900, Saskatchewan has had 1 quake of magnitude 5.5, 5 quakes between 4.0 and 5.0, 18 quakes between 3.0 and 4.0, and 2 quakes between 2.0 and 3.0. See all quakes in the past 24 hours! Are earthquakes common in Saskatchewan? Saskatchewan and Manitoba are the least earthquake-prone areas in Canada. How many earthquakes […]

Who Discovered Quebec In 1534?

navigator Jacques Cartier. French navigator Jacques Cartier becomes the first European explorer to encounter the St. Lawrence River in present-day Quebec, Canada. In 1534, Cartier was commissioned by King Francis I of France to explore the northern American lands in search of riches and the rumored Northwest Passage to Asia. Who discovered Canada in 1534? […]

Can I Hunt In Saskatchewan?

People born after January 1, 1971, must hold a certificate from a recognized firearm safety/hunter education course in order to apply for and hold a Saskatchewan game or fur licence. Can a non resident hunt in Saskatchewan? Non-resident hunters must locate outfitters with permits. Non-residents of Canada are required to use the services of licenced […]

What Crops Does Quebec Grow?

Corn for grain, soybeans and oats were the leading field crops by area reported in Quebec in 2016, unchanged from 2011. Corn for grain is the leading crop. Field crop 2011 2016 Acreage Corn for grain 994,454 980,588 Soybeans 684,837 869,123 Oats 255,984 208,665 What does Quebec produce the most? Lawrence River Valley Quebec’s most […]

Are Schools Good In Nova Scotia?

Recognized as Canada’s Education Province, Nova Scotia has amongst the most academic institutions per capita anywhere in Canada. Canada’s first English-speaking schools and universities were founded here. How is the school system in Nova Scotia? In Nova Scotia, most residents attend public school, starting at age 5 with grade primary in elementary school. Primary is […]

What Has Quebec Invented?

Now sit back, relax and take a moment to learn about these 30 things you had no idea were invented in Quebec. The Modern Baby Bottle. The Wonder-Bra. Starfrit Products. Wine Coolers. Smart Tea Pot. Medicine. The Customizable House. Peanut Butter. What was Québec invented? Quebec City was founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain. […]