Every four-year-old in Nova Scotia now has access to pre-primary, a free, universal early learning program. Is kindergarten free in Nova Scotia? Families across Nova Scotia can access free, universal pre-primary education for their children, the year before they start school. Some families may also be eligible for busing. At what age does preschool start […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
What Is The Dress Code In Nova Scotia Schools?
Kids can struggle trying to figure out what they will wear to school each day. It may come as a surprise there are no dress codes in schools across Nova Scotia. Do Canadian schools have dress codes? Pants, skirts and shorts must be an “appropriate length” (mid-thigh). No visible underwear. Tops must cover upper body […]
What Is Quebec’S Main Export?
Economy of Quebec Statistics Export goods aluminium airplanes paper airplane parts copper and alloys Main export partners United States (72.2%) United Kingdom (2.6 %) Germany (2.0 %) France (1.9 %) Netherlands (1.8 %) Imports $167.0 billion (2008) goods: 75.5 % services: 24.5 % international: 62.9 % interprovincial: 37.1 % What is Quebec’s main industry? manufacturingThe […]
Why Is Agriculture Important To Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan is one of the largest exporter of agri-food products in Canada. With a vast, productive land base and a collaborative approach to crop development research, Saskatchewan is playing an increasingly important role as a major food supplier to the world’s rapidly growing population. What are 3 reasons why agriculture is important? 10 Reasons Why […]
Is Poutine Only In Quebec?
In the ensuing decade, poutine’s popularity has soared. It’s now known in the US, across Europe and even in some cities in Asia. However, from the streets of Prague to market halls in , it’s often still the maple leaf that flies the flag for Quebec’s most famous culinary export. What states have poutine? Poutine […]
When Did Saskatchewan Became A Province?
1 September, 1905. On 1 September, 1905, the federal government adopted the Saskatchewan Act and the Alberta Act, creating Canada’s 8th and 9th provinces. When did Alberta and Sask become provinces? 1905Alberta joined Confederation along with Saskatchewan in 1905, when the two new provinces were created out of a section of the Northwest Territories. What […]
How Far Is Quebec From Toronto By Plane?
Fly non-stop from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Québec City Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YQB). Toronto to Québec City flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes on average. The distance from Toronto to Québec City is around 720 km / 445 mi. Is Quebec close to Toronto? Distance between Quebec and […]
Does Quebec Shut Down In July?
Annual obligatory summer vacation It is estimated that during this part of the summer, about one quarter of Québec’s labour force is on vacation. Thus, for more than 35 years, the last two complete civil weeks (Sunday to Saturday) of July have marked the construction holiday. How long is Quebec construction holiday? two-weekWhat Are the […]
Do Students Pay Taxes In Quebec?
I’m an international student. Do I still have to file a tax return? Every person with resident status in Québec has to file an annual tax return, regardless of whether they work or not. Do you pay tax if you are a student? Being a student does not exempt you from paying income tax. If […]
Does Quebec Have Lobster?
In the maritime regions of Québec, lobster is fished in Gaspésie and the Îles de la Madeleine. Connoisseurs can even tell the difference between the two varieties. You can buy lobster in both of these regions, as well as in Bas-Saint-Laurent and Côte-Nord. What province is known for lobster? Nova Scotia is so proud of […]