Canada Day
July 1st
July 1 st is Canada Day! A patriotic day celebrated by Canadians with fireworks and outdoor concerts and events throughout the nation. Originally known as “Dominion Day”, Canada Day was established in 1868.
Fun Canadian Facts:
Canada is named for the Iroquois word for village, “ Kanata ”
The official animal of Canada is the Beaver
The national sport is Lacrosse, which was played in Canada before Europeans arrived
Basketball was invented in Canada and was first played using empty peach baskets for nets
Hockey, while not the national sport, is considered by many to be the national pastime
Winnie the Pooh is named for a real bear named Winnipeg , the capital city of Manitoba and hometown of “Winnie’s” owner.
Official Lyrics of the National Anthem, O Canada !
English:O Canada!French:
Our home and native land!
True patriot love in all thy sons command.
With glowing hearts we see thee rise,
The True North strong and free!
From far and wide,
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
God keep our land glorious and free!
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
O Canada ! Terre de nos aïeux,
Ton front est ceint de fleurons glorieux!
Car ton bras sait porter l'épée,
Il sait porter la croix!
Ton histoire est une épopée
Des plus brillants exploits.
Et ta valeur, de foi trempée,
Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.
Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.
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