Articles related to "Provinces"
COUGARS
Recently our local newspaper warned of a cougar in the area. This inspired me to do a bit of research on these magnificent animals of the animal kingdom.
• suite101
• suite101.com
• canada
• canadian
• canadian culture
A Look at the Province, Part XI: The Yukon Territory
This is the eleventh article in the series and the first of the two territories (Northwest Territories and Nunavut will be combine because Nunavut is too new and I already wrote a full article on April First). Yukon is the Northewest Territory, west of the North West Territories and east the States, well one state: Alaska. It has an area of 483,450 square kilometres and has a population of 31,197 people. The Capital and only city is Whitehorse. It joined confederation when bought by the Canadian government in 1870 and split from the North West Territories in 1898.
• yukon
• northwest territories
• territory
• canada
• north
Andalucia and its Provinces
A look in brief at this vast area of Southern Spain, from beautiful beaches to Europe's only desert. Each one of the eight provinces of Andalucia is unique.
• region andalucia
• andalucia
• southern spain
• spanish provinces
• autonomous community of andalucia
Thailand's Southern Provinces.
The insurrgency in Thailand's southern provinces is having a devastating effect on the tourist trade, yet Hua Hin on the Gulf Coast continues to attract new hotels.
• yala
• pattani
• songkhla
• national economic drive exposition hat yai 2008
• thailand's gulf coast
Jaen, Spain City and Province
A brief look at Jaen in Andalucia, Southern Spain. Castle, Parador, Cathedral and Churches plenty to see and do.
• where to go in jaén
• jaen province is spain´s leading olive oil produce
• city of jaén boasts many architectural gems
• jaen's cathedral
• castle and 4* parador
The Hutt River Province facts
The Hutt River Province declared itself independent of Australia in 1969-the only bloodless secession in history. Now Prince Leonard Casley's farm is a unique attraction.
• hutt river
• prince leonard
• leonard casley
• australia
• secession
What to see in Jaen Province
Information on Jaen city and province, where to go and what to do while in Jaen city and province.
• jaen tourist board
• visitors to jaen
• what to see in jaen
• where to go in jaen
• what to do in jaen
Yunnan Province
The nature and importance of Yunnan Province, where China joins the Greater Mekong Sub-Region.
• greater mekong sun-region economic integration
• golden triangle
• drug production in the golden triangle
• integration of yunnan into china
• ethnic minorities in china
A Look at the Provinces, Part I: British Columbia
The First in a 12 part series. A Look at the Provinces (and Territories) of Canada. This week A look on Canada's most western province: British Columbia
• british columbia
• province
• victoria
• vancouver
• bc
A Look at the Provinces, Part II: Alberta
The Second in a 12 part series. A Look at the Provinces (and Territories) of Canada. This week A look on Canada's most western prairie province: Alberta
• alberta
• province
• edmonton
• calgary
• alta
A Look at the Provinces, Part IX: Prince Edward Island
This is the ninth article in the series. Prince Edward Island is the Island province between North of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The Small Island, not the big one, that would be Newfoundland. PEI, as it is abbreviated, is the smallest and least populated province in Canada. It has an area of 5,660 square kilometres and has a population of 129,765 people (Less than Brampton, Ontario). The Capital is Charlottetown, where the Concept of Confederation Started yet it joined latter, 1873.
• canada
• prince edward island
• charlottetown
A Look at the Provinces, Part V: Ontario
This is the fifth article in the series. Ontario is the richest and most populous province in Canada and is Home to the federal capital. Situated between Manitoba and Quebec. It has an area of 412,582 square kilometres and has a population of 9,042,433 people. The Capital is Toronto. It was one of the founding provinces in 1867.
• province
• toronto
• central canada
A Look at the Provinces, Part VI: Quebec
This is the sixth article in the series. Quebec is the province east of Ontario. It is the largest province in area and is the only completely Francophone Province. It has an area of 1,540,680 square kilometres and has a population of 6,895,963 people (1991 census). The Capital is Quebec (usually referred to as Quebec City). It was the one of the founding provinces of the Confederation in 1867.
• quebec
• quebec city
• history
• canada
• new france
A Look at the Provinces, Part VII: New Brunswick
This is the seventh article in the series. New Brunswick is the Most western of the "Maritime" (Between Quotation marks because technically British Columbia is a Maritime Province) or Atlantic Provinces. It has an area of 73,440 square kilometres and has a population of 723,900 people (1991 census). The Capital is Fredericton, while the largest city is St John (not to confuse with St John's, Newfoundland). It is one of the Founding Provinces. It is the only official bilingual province of Canada.
• new brunswick
• provinces
• canada
• st john
• moncton
A Look at the Provinces, Part VIII: Nova Scotia
his is the eighth article in the series. Nova Scotia is the most Eastern Mainland territory in Canada. Situated east of New Brunswick is one of the provinces that made up Acadia. It has an area of 55,490 square kilometres and has a population of 899,942 people. The Capital is Halifax. It was one of the founding provinces in 1867.
• nova scotia
• canada
• acadia
• maritimes
• halifax
A Look at the Provinces, Part X: Newfoundland and Labrador
This is the tenth article in the series. The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is a two-part province consisting of, surprise, Newfoundland and Labrador. Newfoundland is an Island while Labrador is the part north of Quebec. Although the province is commonly called Newfoundland, its official name was changed to Newfoundland and Labrador not too long ago. It has an area of 405,720 square kilometres and has a population of 568,474 people. The Capital is St John's (not to be confused with Saint John, NB), and is the last province to join confederation, in 1949.
• newfoundland and labrador
• labrador
• st. john's
• canada
• provinces
A Look at the Provinces,Part XII:Northwest Territories & Nunavut
This is the twelfth and last article in the series. Since I've already written an article on Nunavut and it is hard to find information for the NWT and Nunavut separately I will combine them. The Former North West Territories is made up of the North West Territories and of Nunavut. It is made up of most of the artic, except Yukon and Alaska (and Greenland) and includes all islands in the Hudson's Bay. It has an area of 3,426,320 square kilometres and has a population of 57,649 people. The Capital was Yellownife and remains so for the NWT. Nunavut's Capital is Iqualuit (formerly known as Forbisher Bay). It joined confederation when bought by the Canadian government in 1870.
• northwest territories
• canada
• nunavut
• provinces
• territory
Forward into our Past.
the first in a series of articels looking at our agricultural past.
• history
• agriculture
• millennium
• ontario
• province
Globalization with a Capital "G"
In the last week alone, Ministers Menard, Landry, Manley and former Canadian foreign minister Lloyd Axworthy have all addressed the Summit either in press conferences or, in Axworthy's case, in writing. Why is the Summit a preoccupation and why, in a forum devoted to localization, does it deserve attention?
• globalization
• internationalization
• localization
• translation
• quebec
The Ming Invasion of Yunnan
A description of the Chinese conquest of Yunnan province, eventually achieved by the Ming Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang.
• china
• vietnam
• yunnan province
• nanchao
• mongols
Aleksandr Lebed - The General Who Stood Firm Against Communism and Democracy
On 28 April 2002 Russia lost one of its most influential leaders when former General Aleksandr Lebed (then Governor of Kras-Nodar Province) was killed in a helicopter crash. At his essence Mr. Lebed was a friend to neither socialism nor democracy, but in his short time of influence he left an important legacy.
• aleksandr lebed
• kras-nodar region
• russian regional governors
• russia and the provinces
• russia in moldova
ODD CANADIAN LAWS
Many of Canada's old laws are still valid. Some are odd; some silly. Some were made decades ago and, though no longer enforced, have never been taken off the books.
• canadian laws
• laws
• canada
• british columbia
• ontario
China Earthquake
Central China rocked by massive earthquake
• earthquake
• china
• quake
• sichuan
• province
CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK
Walk the windswept barrens or stroll the sandy beaches of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. It is all part of a relaxing vacation in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada.,Walk the windswept barrens or stroll the sandy beaches of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. It is all part of a relaxing vacation in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada.
• mary alward
• canadian
• canadian tourism
• canadian travel
• canadian culture
CANADA DAY
This article provides facts on the origins of Canada's name, the origin of Canada Day (formerly Dominion Day) as well as a Canada Day cake recipe and how to make a Canada Day fan. For my American friends the recipe can be converted to the Stars and Stripes.
• canada
• canada day
• mary alward
• origins
• kanata
Canada Day Books
The Canada flag is a very important symbol to my country, as your flag is to your country. Here, I will give you a bit of history about the Canadian flag and review two books that give its' entire history.
• great books for kids
• canada
• canada flag
• canada day
• flag
The Black-Footed Ferret
The black-footed ferret is listed as extirpated (destroyed totally) in Canada. Currently, there is a recovery program underway. Possibly, this mink-sized creature can be restored in my country.
• black footed ferret
• animals
• ferret
• canada for kids
• canada
Amdo Tibet Horse Trekking
Seeing firsthand how Tibetan nomads have lived for centuries is an eye-opening journey through the pristine high-altitude area of Amdo Tibet.
• tibet
• china
• horse trek
• langmusi
• nomad
Ecuadorian Seafood Cazuela Recipe
This layered seafood dish, featuring a crunchy and hearty plantain base filled with fish or shrimp, is a healthy alternative to traditional meat and potato casseroles.
• plantain recipes
• south american baked dish
• fish and shrimp casserole
• ecuador seafood
• food coastal provinces
El Palacio de San Benito
A trip to Andalusia and the magnificent El Palacio de San Benito!
• bed and breakfasts
• b&b's
• andalusia
• spain
• seville
NUNAVUT
Canada's north consists of millions of miles of wilderness area. If you are looking for a wilderness experience, this Nunavut is the place to go.
• canada
• mary alward
• mary
• alward
• canadian
Planning a Weekend Getaway
Get ready for a weekend getaway. Here are three types of places that can recharge your body and spirit after a weeklong work.
• subic
• corregidor
• laguna
• taal
• tagaytay
POLO ON ROOF OF THE WORLD
Shandur mela is celebrated every year in Pakistan , it is famous for it is a very unique festival as polo is a major part of this festival. Shandur is the highest ground where polo is played. Teams of both Chitral and Gilgit participate in the festival.
• polo
• gilgit
• chitral
• pakistan
• tourists
Ruby Throated Hummingbird pt.3,Migration and Habitats
The last in a series of three articles that covers the migration and breeding grounds of the ruby throated hummingbird. There are thirty-eight states and seven Canadian provinces that become summer homes for the ruby throated hummingbird. When migration begins, there is an amazing amount of flight miles to cover before reaching the wintering grounds in Central America, and Panama.
• ruby
• throated
• hummingbird
• migration
• breeding
THE NATION OF CANADA
The Nation of Canada tells of Jaques Cartier's discovery of Canada. Diverse ethnic cultures and picturesque scenery are all a part of this great nation. Each province has something to offer that is unique. It truly is the True North Strong and Free.
• canada
• nation
• provinces
• true north strong and free
• harsh winters
Anne of Green Gables
Prince Edward Island is famous for two things: potatoes and Anne of Green Gables. This year the potatoes won't even get a look in as it's Anne's 100th Birthday.
• prince edwards island
• anne of green gables 100th birthday
• anne of green gables musical
• canada’s smallest province
• japanese connection
Cheap Flights to Johannesburg, SA
Low cost carriers such as Flyglobespan, Kulula and Zambian Airways offer bargain prices when travelling to Jo'Burg from Manchester, Zimbabwe, Namibia & Tanzania.
• cheap flights
• budget airlines
• south africa biggest city
• johannesburg gauteng province
• low cost carrier
Child Slaves in China Freed
After a crackdown in the provinces of Shanxi and Henan, child slaves that were overworked and beaten have been rescued in China.
• china's child labor
• slave like conditions
• brick kiln slavery
• china province of shanxi
• children rescued
From Limousin to Limos
Shepherds in Limousin developed a distinctive and effective cloak for sheltering themselves from the region's rainy weather.
• limousin
• limousine
• limo
• history
• transportation
Holy Week in Malaga, Spain
To some an excuse to party, to others a time for penance, Despite the fiesta atmosphere, the religious context of these processions marks this as a spiritual event
• hollywood star antonio banderas
• malaga
• christ carrying the cross on the road to calvary
• spanish foreign legion
• flamenco
Thailand's National Parks
An unparalleled wilderness with over 250 species of birds and moths, 450 species of birds, plus barking deer, tapair, elephant, wild dog, monkeys, tigers, Asiatic leopard
• thailand's national parks
• kaeng krachan
• petchaburi province
• burma/
• myanmar
Ubeda, Spain's World Heritage City
Ubeda, world heritage city of fine Renaissance architecture in Jaen, Spain. Take in the array of monuments and stay in the 16th century palace - now the Parador de Ubeda
• renaissance capital of spain
• stay in ubeda town
• local crafts
• vandelvira’s works
• ubeda
Chinese Water Investments
As China grows richer, startling statistics show that safe water remains a "must-have" necessity for millions of Chinese dying from water contamination.
• chinese water investments
• china’s acute water problems
• aqua terra asset management
• china’s northeastern provinces
• china’s total water resources
Josiah Bartlett: Patriot and Statesman
Josiah Bartlett, signer of the Declaration of Independence, was a patriot and statesman, as well as a successful doctor. Join me as I explore Dr. Bartlett's years in politics.
• josiah bartlett
• declaration of independence
• john wentworth
• kingston
• new hampshire