12 Interesting Facts About Justin Trudeau
In honor of his victory, we’ve got a list 12 cool facts about Justin Trudeau that may come as a surprise!
History
Labour Day in Canada
Labour day in North America falls on the first Monday of September. The long weekend is a symbol of the unofficial end of summer. In Canada, Labour Day has been celebrated since the early 1870s. It origins are found in a parade that was held in support of the Toronto Typographical Union’s strike.
Allophones in Quebec
The word “allophone” comes from the Greek root of allos (other) and phone (sound/voice). The native tongue of people called allophones in Quebec is neither French (Francophone), nor English (Anglophone).
The Quebec Maple Syrup Heist of 2012
When you relocate to Quebec, you will no doubt one day be told about the infamous Maple Syrup Heist of 2012, and think that people are joking. Well, they are not.
You see, here in Quebec, maple syrup is actually worth a substantial amount of money – more than 10 times the price of crude oil per gallon. And since we produce more than 60 per cent of the world’s supply of maple syrup, it is more than worth its weight in liquid gold.
National Symbols of Canada
As a country filled with patriotic citizens and immigrants alike, The Great White North (as it is commonly referred to) is very proud of the national symbols of Canada. They are celebrated them to no end.
The Government in Quebec
The provincial government in Quebec runs as a parliamentary Democracy. In Quebec, the provincial government consists of the Parliament and the Government. The Government and Parliament in Quebec represent separate executive power and legislative power
The Canadian Tulip Festival
The tulip, Ottawa’s official flower, is symbolic because these flowers were given as a gift to Canada from the Dutch Royal Family after Canada provided safety during the German occupation of the Netherlands. The world’s largest tulip festival celebrates spring, history and friendship, and is a truly extraordinary sight.
Saint Jean Baptiste Day
Although Quebecers celebrate Canada Day, the real excitement for the proud residents of Quebec, is June 24, Saint Jean Baptiste
Thanksgiving in Canada: History and Recipes
The roots of Thanksgiving in Canada go all the way back to the farming communities of Europe, who came together in celebration and thanks for a bountiful harvest.
Tea Rooms in Montreal
While tea rooms are thought to be a thing of the past, there has been a revival of this elite, and upper class tradition. Traditionally, high tea was actually a ritual of the working class, otherwise referred to as “meat tea.” What we today refer to as high tea, was actually low tea. If you are thinking of an taking afternoon to relive the ritual of the late 18th century British aristocracy, there are some lovely tea rooms in Montreal for you and your friends to enjoy.