Vancouver lies north of Seattle in British Colombia on the Burard Peninsula. To the north lies the Burard Inlet, to the west the Strait of Georgia, and to the south the Fraser River. Is Vancouver in Seattle? Seattle is located 143 miles south of Vancouver. Is Seattle and Vancouver the same? The vast similarities between […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
How Long Does It Take To Float Down The North Saskatchewan?
Float from Voyageur Park to Devon Lions campground. Float trip is approximately an hour-long and suited for kids 4 and up. Float from a private property location about 15 minutes out of Devon and finishes at the Devon Lions Campground with the option of exiting at Voyageur Park in Devon. Can you float down the […]
What Is Whmis Training Ontario?
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System is a Canada-wide system to give employers and workers information about hazardous materials used in the workplace. Is WHMIS training mandatory in Ontario? Who Needs WHMIS Training in Ontario? WHMIS training is legally required for everyone in Canada who works with or may encounter hazardous materials at work. In […]
How Many Courses Do You Take In Grade 11 Ontario?
Students must earn the following 18 compulsory credits to get their Ontario Secondary School Diploma: 4 credits in English (1 credit per grade) 3 credits in mathematics (at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12) 3 credits for group 1, 2 and 3 courses (1 credit in each group) What courses do you have […]
Do People Still Tip In Ontario?
Even though *legally* tipping is optional, to not leave a tip is a faux pas when you’re getting table service in a restaurant in Canada. You leave a tip, it is expected. 15% is the norm in Canada, 20% if they exceeded your expectations, 10% if it was below par. Should I still tip in […]
Where Is The Oldest Rock In Ontario?
The Grenville Province makes up about 20 percent of the exposed Canadian Shield in Ontario and located south of Sudbury is 1.0 to 1.6 billion years old and is dominated by sedimentary rocks and later metamorphized. These rocks were metamorphosed between 990 million years ago and 1.08 billion years ago. Where are the oldest rocks […]
What Are Some Famous Shipwrecks In Lake Ontario?
Lake Ontario is better known for older ships, but now both its steel steamer shipwrecks — the Nisbet Grammer and the Roberval, found last year by Kennard’s team — have been accounted for. What is the most famous shipwreck in Lake Ontario? The wreck of the Speedy is one of the earliest Great Lakes shipwrecks […]
Should You Get Earthquake Insurance In Ontario?
If you are a homeowner, we recommend buying enough earthquake insurance to cover the costs of rebuilding your house and replacing your damaged contents. It’s important to base this amount on the replacement cost and not the resale value of your home. If you are a tenant, coverage for your personal belongings is enough. Is […]
Is Ontario At Risk Of Flooding?
Flooding is the most costly natural hazard in Ontario and it can happen at any time of year. Current as of July 4, 2022. Community Date Emergency Municipality of Red Lake May 10 flooding Naicatchewenin First Nation May 10 flooding What areas are most at risk for flooding? The Southeast Asia region alone makes up […]
Is It Illegal To Dig Without Locates In Ontario?
Why do I need locates? It’s the law. Under Ontario law, it is illegal to dig without having natural gas lines located. Digging or excavating could damage the network of water and sewer pipes, gas lines, telephone lines, hydro cables, or cable television lines that could be located under the ground of your lot. What […]