Author: Darrel Pratt

Why Are Trees Important To Canada?

Forests and trees are important nature-based solutions. They have long been supplying people in Canada with food and heat, controlling soil erosion, improving water quality, providing habitat for many species, and supporting biodiversity. Why are forests so important to Canada? The forest sector continues to be a major contributor to Canada’s economy. The sector provides […]

Does Canada Have A Forest Service?

The Canadian Forest Service is the national and international voice for Canada’s forest sector. We are part of Natural Resources Canada, a federal government department, and have an office in Ottawa and 6 research centres across the country. Does Canada have forest rangers? This means that the occupation “forest ranger – wildlife management” was moved […]

Is Crime Up Or Down In Canada?

Newly released statistics show that violent crime involving firearms dropped five per cent in Canada between 2020 and 2021. Is crime low in Canada? Overall, there is a low rate of crime in Canada. Under the Canadian constitution, the power to establish criminal law and rules of investigation is vested in the federal Parliament. Crime […]

Why Is Crime Increasing In Canada?

The Violent Crime Severity Index rose in 2021, largely due to more police-reported level 1 sexual assaults. In contrast to declines in the Non-violent CSI , there was an increase in the Violent CSI driven by a relatively large increase in the rate of level 1 sexual assault (+18%). Are crime rates increasing in Canada? […]

How Many Apple Varieties Are Grown In Canada?

main varieties of apples are grown across nearly 16,000 acres in Ontario alone. The top five varieties, based on acreage planted, are McIntosh, Gala, Empire, Red Delicious and Northern Spy. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada lists 40 varieties that are grown across the country. How many apples are grown in Canada each year? Whatever way you […]

Is Canada Affected By Us Inflation?

The short answer is, yes, Canadian and American inflation rates are usually different. Although the economies of the US and Canada are intertwined, each country has its own factors that drive the relative rise and fall in consumer prices. Is US inflation worse than other countries? More than 100 economies worldwide are experiencing worse inflation […]