Mr. Senseney Geography 2 nd, 3 rd, 4 th

 Take the first 15 minutes of class to work on your Current Event. ◦ When finished, we will complete our State Quiz if you need more time.

 Canada gains independence from Great Britain in ◦ U.S./Canada w/ a strong relationship. ◦ World War II breaks out---the two become allies.  Canada split into (5) distinct regions. ◦ Northern ◦ Pacific ◦ Core ◦ Prairie ◦ Atlantic

 Most Canadians live close to the U.S. border; much more desirable climate ◦ About 30 million people in Canada. ◦ 8 out of 10 Canadians live in “urban” Canada ◦ Northern Canada is the least populated.  Why would this be?  1 person for every 43 square miles.  84% of the population practices Christianity as their religion.

 Known as a plural society. ◦ What is this?  Three “Founding People” ◦ Asians or “Natives”  Came over to North America in search of big game. ◦ French ◦ Great Britain  Gained the country of Canada from France in Revolutionary War.

 Oil and coal, primarily. ◦ Large mines in Quebec and Ontario.  Gold, nickel, and copper.  Elevation extremes: Lowest point: Atlantic Ocean 0 m Highest point: Mount Logan 5,959 m

◦ Atlantic Region  Borders Atlantic Ocean.  Includes cities of:  Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia  Known for:  FISHING, BOATING ◦ Core Region  Right above the Great Lakes.  Two largest provinces of: Quebec & Ontario. ◦ Prairie Region  Manitoba and Alberta.  What part of the U.S. would you say this is the most like?

 Pacific Region ◦ British Colombia. ◦ Many harbors; borders the Pacific Ocean.  Known for: Seafood and mountains.  Northern Region ◦ Yukon & Northwest Territories. ◦ Least amount of people live here. ◦ Trivia:  What is the difference between a province and a territory?

 Actors ◦ Jim Carrey ◦ Alex Trebek ◦ Keanu Reeves ◦ Mike Myers ◦ Ryan Reynolds  Singers ◦ Nickelback ◦ Shania Twain ◦ Justin Bieber ◦ Avril Lavigne ◦ Celine Dion

 In your notes, trace the Canadian Flag and color.  Fill in the provinces/territories of Canada on the other sheet.

 What do people do in the regions?  Atlantic ◦ Known for their fishing ◦ Recently, however, government has restricted the amount of fishing taking place in this region.  Core ◦ Capital: Ottawa ◦ Known as the most industrious part of Canada.  Prairie ◦ Oil and gas business. ◦ Farming

 Pacific ◦ Rocky Mountains; western slope ◦ Known for skiing, mountain style living. ◦ Hunting---great in the area.  Northern ◦ 100,000 people or so live in this area. ◦ Largest region by size; smallest in population ◦ Skiing; little else.

 Take 10 minutes and write down a 1-2 sentence summary for EACH of the 5 regions…. ◦ Northern ◦ Pacific ◦ Atlantic ◦ Core ◦ Prairie

 Favorite Sport: HOCKEY  NHL: ◦ Calgary Flames ◦ Edmonton Oilers ◦ Vancouver Canucks ◦ Winnipeg Jets ◦ Montreal Canadiens ◦ Toronto Maple Leafs ◦ Ottawa Senators

Other Professional Teams MLB: -Toronto Blue Jays -Used to have the Montreal Expos; They have since become the Nats. NBA: -Toronto Raptors -Used to have the Vancouver Grizzles -They have since become Memphis

 Constitutional Monarchy ◦ Led by a Queen---head of Legislative & Executive.  3 Branches ◦ Judicial, Legislative, and Executive.  Practice a system of federalism. ◦ Split power between provinces, territories and national government.

2013 New Year's DayWednesday, January 1 Good FridayFriday, March 29 Victoria Day Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25) Monday, May 20 Canada DayCanada Day *Monday, July 1 Labour Day (first Monday of September) Monday, September 2 Thanksgiving Day Thanksgiving Day (second Monday of October) Monday, October 14 Remembrance DayMonday, November 11 ChristmasWednesday, December 25 Boxing DayThursday, December 26 At the national level

 Atlantic ◦ Fairly mild; winters have potential to be nasty. ◦ Birthplace of HOCKEY  Core ◦ Avg July temperature: 63 degrees ◦ Known for ice sculptures & ice skating (Figure Skating)  Pacific ◦ “Subarctic Climate.” ◦ “Polar Bear Capital of the World.”

 Pacific ◦ Highest peaks in Canada. ◦ Highest peak: Mt. Robson (12,972 feet)  Northern ◦ Dog sled races  Sometimes a 2-week race ◦ If you own an automobile, it better be an all-terrain vehicle.

 Take 15 minutes to work on your Current Event ◦ Staple/glue/tape this to the page directly following the Final Copy of your Book Report.