Author: Muriel Schmidt

Why Does Canada Use Letters In Zip Codes?

The first letter in the first half refers to a major province or district; only Ontario and Quebec, the two largest provinces in Canada, have more than one district. The digit that comes after is the territory: 0 represents a rural location, and other other number denotes an urban location. Do Canadian zip codes have […]

How Do I Report A Drone In Canada?

If this is an emergency (there is imminent danger presented by the drone), call 9-1-1 first. To report a privacy-related offence (e.g. being recorded in your home), please contact your local police. Can I report a drone flying over my house? If you have any concerns about unmanned aircraft being used in your area, either […]

Do I Need A Canada National Park Pass?

A National Park Pass is required when entering a national park. Banff National Park entry fees help support visitor services and facilities. The Day Pass or Annual Discovery Pass includes admission to all national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada. Is Parks Canada pass worth it? A Discovery […]

Are There Really Ice Roads In Canada?

From January to April, those same rivers and oceans freeze and roads are built on ice. The ice road system reaches out across the Northwest Territories to resupply communities and connect them to civilization. For remote communities, the winter means freedom. Do ice roads actually exist? Ice roads are typically part of a winter road, […]

Are There Potholes In Canada?

According to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), potholes and poor roads may cost the country’s drivers up to $3 billion every year. That equals about $126 per vehicle, annually. So, why do we have so many potholes in Canada? What is the pothole capital of the world? Coming out on top and earning itself the […]

How Long Do Pine Trees Live In Canada?

One more no-no for city planting is the eastern white pine, the official tree of Ontario. Log Out. Species Expected lifespan Ponderosa pine 75 years Eastern white pine 100+ years (away from road salt) Scots pine 75 years London plane-tree 75 years What is the average lifespan of a pine tree? Pines are long lived […]

Who Won The 2008 Election In Canada?

The Conservative Party of Canada, led by Stephen Harper, won a minority government. The Conservatives won 143 seats. The Conservative Party of Canada, won 77 seats. The separatist Conservative Party of Canada won 49 seats and the social-democratic Conservative Party of Canada won 37. Who was prime minister in 2008 in Canada? Stephen Joseph Harper […]

Who Was In Government In Canada In The 1960S?

Trudeau was a somewhat unconventional Prime Minister; he was more of a celebrity than previous leaders, and in the 1960s had been the centre of “Trudeaumania”. What major events happened in the 1960s? First Televised Presidential Debate Airs. Kennedy Elected. Bay of Pigs: Failed Invasion of Cuba. U.S. Denies Soviet Control of Space. Kennedy Warns […]