00000nam##2200000za#4500 9.648303 CaOODSP 20241126133837 ta 150407|2002||||xxc||||| f|0| 0 eng|d 0-660-18615-2 CaOODSP eng n-cn--- S2-211/2002E Canada. Canadian Heritage. Symbols of Canada Ottawa - Ontario : Canadian Heritage 2002. 59p. : coloured illus. ; 28 cm. + 1 poster. Did you know that "Canada" comes from the Huron-Iroquois word "Kanata," meaning "village"? How much do you know about the provincial and territorial symbols from the Puffin in Newfoundland to the Yukon Tartan? The revised edition of Symbols of Canada includes new symbols and shares the story of our nation, people, environment and history through our symbols. The people and history which characterize Canada are as diverse as the majestic land itself. While our symbols celebrate our differences, they also unite all Canadians in unity and pride. All symbols are displayed in full colour with explanations regarding their meaning and origin. Some of the national, provincial, and territorial symbols displayed include: National flag, anthems, sports medals, coins, stamps, animals, Provincial and Territorial origin of name, history, coat of arms, motto, flag, floral emblem and other symbols (tartan, tree, bird and others). In addition, Symbols of Canada also features sections detailing Canada and the Crown, the Commonwealth, la Francophonie, Historical Flags and Historical Boundaries. Symbols of Canada is an ideal resource or teaching tool and comes complete with a 61 cm x 80 cm full-colour wall poster, activity suggestions and planning sheets. Fascinating information and a colourful, fun-to-read-format create an educational publication which inspires pride in Canadians both young and old. This book contains colour illustrations of symbols that reflect the history, people, environment, and traditions of Canada and its provinces and territories, as well as the Crown in Canada. The book provides brief histories for each area, along with maps, statistics, coats of arms, mottos, flags, and other symbols. All the symbols are included in a large, folded poster insert. Includes activities for teachers. Softcover 02-51 2002-12-27 National symbols gcpds Flags gcpds Les symboles du Canada (CaOODSP)9.681603 Symbols of Canada. (CaOODSP)9.945592