Newfoundland and Labrador Flashcards

Name six responsibilities of citizenship.

Answer: Obeying the law, taking responsibility for oneself and one's family, helping others in the community, voting in elections, serving on a jury, protecting and enjoying our heritage and environment.

The six responsibilities of Canadian citizenship include obeying the law, taking responsibility for oneself and one's family, helping others in the community, voting in elections, serving on a jury, and protecting and enjoying our heritage and environment. These responsibilities emphasize active participation, civic duty, and contributing positively to Canadian society.

Which was the last province to join Canada?

Answer: Newfoundland

Newfoundland (now Newfoundland and Labrador) was the last province to join Canada. It officially became the tenth province on March 31, 1949, following a referendum. This marked the final major expansion of the Canadian federation, completing its current provincial structure.

Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?

Answer: Sir John A. Macdonald

Sir John A. Macdonald was a principal architect of Canadian Confederation and served as Canada's first Prime Minister. He held the office from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891. His leadership was instrumental in uniting the British North American colonies into a new country.

Name three additional rights protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Answer: Mobility rights, Multiculturalism, and Aboriginal Peoples' rights.

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects a wide range of rights beyond fundamental freedoms. These include mobility rights, allowing Canadians to move and work freely across provinces. It also recognizes multiculturalism as a core Canadian value and specifically protects the rights of Aboriginal Peoples.

What does Confederation mean?

Answer: Joining of provinces to make a new country.

Confederation refers to the process by which several British North American colonies united to form the Dominion of Canada in 1867. This act created a new country with a federal system of government, initially comprising four provinces. Other provinces and territories joined later, expanding the federation.

What are the provinces of Central Canada and their capital cities?

Answer: Ontario (Toronto) and Quebec (Quebec City).

Central Canada traditionally encompasses the two largest and most populous provinces: Ontario and Quebec. Ontario's capital city is Toronto, and Quebec's capital city is Quebec City. These provinces are considered the economic and political heartland of the country.

Which country borders Canada on the south?

Answer: United States of America

Canada shares the world's longest international land border with the United States of America. This extensive border stretches across the entire southern expanse of Canada, from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean. The two countries maintain close economic and cultural ties.

What do you call the Sovereign's representative in the provinces?

Answer: Lieutenant-Governor

In Canada's constitutional monarchy, the Lieutenant-Governor serves as the Sovereign's (the King or Queen's) representative in each province. They perform various ceremonial and constitutional duties on behalf of the Crown at the provincial level. This role ensures the continuity of the Crown's presence in provincial governance.

What is Canada's system of government called?

Answer: Parliamentary government

Canada operates under a system of parliamentary government, which is a type of parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy. This means that the government is formed by the political party that wins the most seats in the House of Commons, and the Prime Minister is the leader of that party. The monarch, represented by the Governor General, is the head of state.

How is the government formed after a federal election?

Answer: The party with the most elected representatives becomes the party in power. The leader of this party becomes the Prime Minister.

After a federal election, the political party that wins the most seats in the House of Commons typically forms the government. The leader of this winning party is then invited by the Governor General to become the Prime Minister of Canada. This process ensures that the government reflects the will of the voters.

Who are the Acadians?

Answer: The descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604.

The Acadians are the descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island) in 1604. They developed a distinct French-speaking culture and community. Their history includes significant events like the Great Upheaval (Le Grand Dérangement) in the mid-18th century.

Who had played an important part in building the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR)?

Answer: Chinese railroad workers

Chinese railroad workers played an indispensable and often perilous role in the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) in the late 19th century. Thousands of Chinese labourers were recruited to perform the most arduous and dangerous tasks, particularly in the challenging mountainous terrain of British Columbia. Their contributions were vital to connecting Canada from coast to coast.

Name the five regions of Canada.

Answer: Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast, and North

Canada is commonly divided into five major geographical and cultural regions: Atlantic Canada, Central Canada, the Prairie Provinces, the West Coast, and the North. This regional division helps to understand the country's diverse landscapes, economies, and populations. Each region has unique characteristics and contributions to the Canadian identity.

Which national park in Newfoundland and Labrador has cliffs, waterfalls, and glacial fjords?

Answer: Gros Morne National Park

Gros Morne National Park, located on the west coast of Newfoundland, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its dramatic landscapes. It features stunning fjords, towering cliffs, waterfalls, and unique geological formations that provide evidence of continental drift. It is a prime example of Canada's natural beauty and geological significance.

Which city is known for the 17th-century Signal Hill citadel?

Answer: St. John’s

St. John's, the capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador, is famous for Signal Hill. This historic site overlooks the city and the harbour, known for its role in Canada's defence and communications history, including the first transatlantic wireless reception in 1901. The 17th-century citadel refers to its long history as a defensive outpost.