social studies unit 1

landforms

features of the earths surface - mountains, plains, lowlands, bedrock.

political boundary

dividing lines between countries, states, provinces, counties, cities.

physical boundaries

personal space/physical touch- a wall

genetic history

inhereted characteristics carried in genes - you get blue eyes from you dad/ brown hair from your mom.

identity

The fact of being who or what a person or thing is

Metis

represent a mixture of different cultures - aborignal and europian descent

crtc

candian radio television and telecommunications comission

Official sports of Canada

Lacrosse, Hockey

Canadian Identity statement

Belief in the importance of accomodation and tolerance
Belief in consultation and dialogue
Support in diversity
Compassion and generosity
Attachment to Canadas natural beauty

Cultural Industries

Protect and express elements of our national identity.

Examples include: Movies, Tv, Music, Books.

A Mari usque ad Mare

From sea unto sea

Confederation

Ontario, Quebec, Nova scotia and new brunswick.

Culture

The framework of beliefs and behaviours characteristics of a particular group of people. Including: Arts, Food, Dress.

Canadas coat of arms

Royal Crown
Lions of England
Harp of Ireland
Banner of France
Three maple leaves
Lion of scotland

Features of a map

Title and location, Direction, Scale, Legend

BNA Act 1867

Confederation in 1867
Manitoba province created in 1870
North-West rebellion in 1885
Flag made in 1965
National Anthem made in 1980

Population Density

Desiderantes Meliorem Patriam

They desire a better country.

Nation

a large body of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language, inhabiting a particular country or territory.

Early history

Canada's early history is characterized by Indigenous settlements for thousands of years, followed by European colonization and the eventual formation of a unified country.

British Subjects

Before 1947, those born or naturalized, were considered British subjects