Skiing (and snowboarding) is without a doubt the most popular activity during winter in Canada. Although Calgary is located in the prairies, there are a few options when it comes to downhill skiing both in the city and nearby. How do people survive winters in Calgary? If you are at least comfortable in the outdoors […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
Is It Mandatory To Learn French In Ontario?
Students in Ontario’s publicly funded English-language schools are required to: study French as a second language ( FSL ) from Grades 4 to 8. earn at least one credit in FSL in secondary school to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma ( OSSD ) Is French education mandatory in Canada? If your child is enrolled […]
What Happened To Saskatchewan In The 1930S?
The province of Saskatchewan experienced extreme hardship during the Great Depression of the 1930s. Grasshoppers, Hail and Drought destroyed millions of acres of Wheat. The drought caused massive crop failures, and Saskatchewan became known as a dust bowl. What happened to the Prairies in the 1930s? The Dust Bowl was a period of severe dust […]
Do You Need Studded Tires In Calgary?
Alberta & Saskatchewan – studded tires are permitted during winter, no restrictions or set dates for use. Manitoba – studded tires are permitted Oct. 1 – April 30. Are all-season tires OK in Calgary? Unlike British Columbia and Quebec, Alberta does not require vehicles to be equipped with winter tires during the winter. The Ministry […]
Where Does Water Come From In Saskatchewan?
Where Does Saskatchewan and Alberta Drinking Water Come From? For the City of Saskatoon, and to a large degree the City of Regina, the water comes from the South Saskatchewan River, which originates in the Rocky Mountains. Calgary and Edmonton waters also come from the Rocky Mountains. What are the main sources of water in […]
What Is Ideal Humidity For A House In Calgary?
between 35% and 45%. Calgary homes should have humidity levels of between 35% and 45%. Any less than that and you have dry air. Any more than that and you’ll have the problems we mentioned earlier, including mold growth, food rotting faster, and bacteria growth. Is 60% humidity too high for a house in winter? […]
What Animal Represents Ontario?
the common loon. Ontario adopted the common loon (Gavia immer) as its official bird on June 23, 1994. The loon is a common sight on many lakes and rivers in the province. What is Ontario’s national bird? Common loonDid you know that the loon is the official bird of the province of Ontario? Considered a […]
Is It Illegal To Pick Trilliums In Ontario?
There is no specific law against picking trilliums in Ontario, but it is against provincial law to “disturb, cut, kill, remove or harm any plant, tree or natural object in a provincial park or conservation area.” Meaning, if you pick a white trillium that’s growing in your backyard, that’s perfectly legal. What flowers are illegal […]
Is Ontario A Part Of California?
Ontario, city, San Bernardino county, southern California, U.S. It is situated in the Riverside–San Bernardino portion of the consolidated Los Angeles metropolitan area on the site of the Spanish colonial Rancho Cucamonga. Is Ontario in Canada or California? Ontario is Canada’s second largest province, covering more than 1 million square kilometres (415,000 square miles) – […]
Does Ontario Have An Official Food?
What is food is Ontario known for? As already pointed out, there isn’t really one signature dish for Ontario. Usually restaurants tend to publicize fresh local ingredients, particularly organic, during the year which means lots of interesting combinations. What is the national food of Ontario? Poutine. Known as Canada’s national dish, poutine is a French-Canadian […]