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Octopus Plant, or Sansevieria cylindrica, has cylindrical leaves resembling octopus tentacles and symbolizes adaptability and flexibility
Elephant Foot Yam, or Amorphophallus paeoniifolius, has a large, tuberous base resembling an elephant's foot and symbolizes strength and grounding
The willow tree is traditionally associated with healing and is used in herbal medicine for its medicinal properties
Pine trees contribute to soil stability, preventing erosion with their extensive root systems
The neem tree is valued for its pesticidal properties, used in organic farming practices
People believe that poutine came from Quebec in the 1950s.
The most popular widely-believed theory for poutine’s origin suggests that it came from a restaurant formerly called Le Lutin qui rit in Warwick, Quebec.
Canada ranks as the 228th most populated country in the world.
Canada has one of the lowest population sizes in the world, as most of the country is uninhabited. In fact, the whole country has a population size of just 4 people per sq km.
Dogwood trees are associated with legends in Native American folklore, symbolizing protection
More than 70% of Canada's population has European origins.
Out of the country’s population, approximately 20 million people or 73% have European ancestors. Meanwhile, 18% are Asian, 5% are Indigenous, and the remaining 4% are African, Latin American, and Oceanian.
The name Canada comes from an Iroquoian word.
Between 1534 and 1542, French-Breton explorer Jacques Cartier made three voyages across the Atlantic. During one of those journeys, he heard two captured guides speak the Iroquoian word (the language of the indigenous people in North America) “Kanata” which means ‘village.’ Eventually, in the 1950s, the name Canada started appearing in maps.
Canada has the most lakes of any country in the world.
With around 2 million lakes, Canada holds the most lakes in the world. Of all these lakes, around 563 cover more than 100 sq km. Some of these large lakes are Lake Superior and Lake Huron in Ontario and the Great Bear Lake in the Northwest.
The redwood tree's bark contains tannins, which provide natural resistance to insects and fungi
Cypress trees have durable wood that is resistant to decay, making it suitable for outdoor use
Cypress trees have a distinct scent, attributed to the aromatic compounds in their foliage
The banyan tree is associated with spiritual significance and is often found near temples
The baobab tree's fruit is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients, providing essential sustenance
Jacaranda trees are known for their drought tolerance and ability to thrive in arid conditions
Cypress trees are often planted as windbreaks, providing protection to other plants and crops
The olive tree's branches are traditionally used as symbols of peace and victory
Willow trees are used in basket weaving due to their flexible branches and slender twigs