Author: Darrel Pratt

What Animal Is New Brunswick Known For?

New Brunswick adopted the black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) as its official bird in August 1983, based on a contest run by the provincial federation of naturalists. The small and easily recognized bird is energetic and acrobatic. What is the national animal of New Brunswick? black-capped chickadeeThe black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) was adopted as a provincial […]

Did Victorian Doctors Wash Their Hands?

In the 19th century, physicians argued that Victorian hospitals offered modern, scientific care. But in Vienna, one doctor realized physicians were inadvertently ending the lives of their patients. That’s because 19th-century medical practices did not include handwashing. Who was the first doctor to wash hands? Ignaz SemmelweisSchoolchildren washing their hands before eating lunch in the […]

How Far Is Victoria From Ocean?

Driving distance from Victoria (YYJ) to Seattle (SEA) is 141 miles / 227 kilometers and travel time by car is about 4 hours 44 minutes. Airport information. Origin Victoria International Airport IATA Code: YYJ ICAO Code: CYYJ Coordinates: 48°38′48″N, 123°25′33″W Is Victoria near an ocean? The western boundary is with South Australia, and the southern […]

Is Victoria Island In The Arctic Ocean?

Victoria Island, the second-largest island in Canada, lies in the ARCTIC ARCHIPELAGO directly north of the arctic mainland. It is surrounded by Amundsen Gulf to the west, Viscount Melville Sound to the north and M’Clintock Channel to the east. Victoria Island. Published Online October 30, 2008 Last Edited March 4, 2015 What ocean is Victoria […]

Why Is Canada So Welcoming To Foreigners?

Canadian society is multicultural and maintains a friendly and welcoming attitude towards immigrants. Canada officially follows a policy to promote multi-culturalism. Canadian society is widely known as a cultural mosaic, where communities belonging to different cultures co-exist peacefully. Why does Canada welcome so many immigrants? For the most part, that growth is driven by immigration. […]

Who Represents The Queen In Canada 2022?

The governor general. The governor general and lieutenant governors The governor general and the 10 lieutenant governors represent lieutenant governors in Canada and act on the Monarch’s behalf. Who is the Queen’s representative in Canada 2022? The Governor General of Canada | Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon. Who is the representative of the […]

Is Oxford More Selective Than Cambridge?

Just wondering how come it is so much harder to get in to oxford than Cambridge… Both have world rebound reputations and are very prestigious, but oxford consistently gets a significantly higher proportion of applicants per place. Is Oxford or Cambridge more selective? Cambridge University vs Oxford University: Which Is More Selective? Both Oxford and […]

What Beaches Allow Dogs In Victoria?

Victoria’s best off-leash dog friendly beaches Port Melbourne Beach – between Lagoon Pier and Bay Street. Sandridge Beach, Port Melbourne – from foreshore opposite Barak Road to The Bend. West Beach, St Kilda. St Kilda Harbour. Brighton Dog Beach (AKA Sandown Street Beach) Sandringham Harbour, Hampton. Are dogs allowed on beaches in Victoria BC? Browse […]