Should We Stay or Should We Go - Our Travel Journal

Oh, Canada! The land of maple syrup, moose, and saying “sorry” even when we’re not at fault. As a born and raised Canadian, I thought it would be fun to share a bunch of quirky, cool, and downright surprising facts about this vast and beautiful country. Whether you’re a fellow Canuck or just curious about what makes Canada tick, here are 62 fun facts that might make you smile, scratch your head, or say, “I had no idea!” Geography 1.      Canada is the second-largest country in the world by total area, after Russia.  2.      It has the longest coastline of any country, stretching over 202,080 kilometers.  3.      Canada is home to more than 62% of the world's lakes, including over 2 million freshwater lakes. That's more lakes than the rest of the world combined. 4.      The country contains 9% of the world’s renewable freshwater supply.  5.      The Bay of Fundy between New ...

  What’s the Weather Like in Canada? A Look at All Four Seasons When people think of Canada, they often imagine snow-covered streets, frozen lakes, and people bundled up in parkas with hot drinks in hand. And yes, winter is a big part of Canadian life - but there’s so much more to our weather than just snow. With a country this massive, the climate can vary a lot depending on where you are. But across the board, Canada experiences four distinct seasons, each with its own mood, magic, and challenges. Here’s a simple guide to what Canadian weather looks and feels like through the seasons: Winter (December – February… and sometimes March or even April) Photo by Shawn Dearn on Unsplash When people around the world think of Canada, this is what they imagine - the cold winter months. Winter in Canada can be beautiful, cozy, and - let’s be honest - long. Snowfall is common across most of the country, especially in central and eastern provinces like Ontario and Quebec, and the Prairie ...