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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.
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Visiting Quebec City
Often called the cradle of French culture in North America, Quebec City offers the best of both new and old world vacation escapes.
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The Road to Ottawa
You may think that Ottawa has always been the capital of Canada, but that's not all that true. It is true that the nation in which we live in has always had Ottawa but before 1867, the capital moved around the nation.
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Kissing Francois
Nations like individuals are defined by our relationships. The possibility of change in the relationship between Quebec and Canada can be frightening.
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Skiing Quebec's Le Massif Resort
A review of Quebec's Le Massif Ski Resort featuring the annual Great Horned Owl Event where local delicacies are served slope side.
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St. Lawrence River Boat Tours in Montreal
Attention landlubbers! Montreal goes maritime at the Old Port - also known as the Quays of the Old Port - with seafaring adventures for everyone.
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Traveling Quebec to Montreal
Churches and shrines in villages like Leclercville, St. Michel, St. Antoine de Tilly, Ste. Croix and enchanting views of St. Lawrence River highlight Route 132 drives.
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Canada Recognizes Kosovo
Canada officially recognizes the recent unilateral independence of Kosovo. Does this mean it must do the same should Quebec declare unilateral independence?
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Les Canadiens-Francais (The French Canadians)
It's the 24th of June and it's La Saint Jean Baptiste or Saint John the Baptist Day. La Saint Jean is a holiday which is very important to French Canadians. So here we go, an article on French Canadians
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2009 St. Jean, Quebec Hot Air Balloon Festival
The 2009 edition of the International Balloon Festival of St. Jean sur Richelieu floats into town Aug. 8 to 16. More than 100 colorful hot air balloons will be on site.
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Confederation
Happy Birthday Canada! It's Canada Day (July 1st) this week and Canada turns 133 years old! Here's how Canada came to be on July 1st, 1867.
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Nahentah! Cree
An aboriginal language meets the millennium head-on.
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Quebec's Ice Hotel
Made entirely of ice and snow, the Ice Hotel sports a lounge, chapel, and 36 rooms and suites.
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Skiing Quebec's Bromont Mountain
Skiers enjoy winter sports with a continental flair in the Eastern Townships, a French-speaking North American country with broad sking experiences close by.
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The Year of Living Dangerously
Surprising revelations punctuate World Languages' first 30 articles.
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Visit a Sugar Shack in Quebec
When Jimmy Gilmer and the Fireballs sang about the sugar shack way back in 1963, they might have had a hit single, but the best sugar shacks were - and are - in Quebec.
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Bucharest - Beyond the City Limits
The Quebec Declaration on Ecotourism gives guidelines on ecotourism that the Romanian tourist industry seeks to enforce.
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Claude Jutra's Mon Oncle Antoine
Mon Oncle Antoine is a tale not only of its main character, but of Quebec itself. While Benoit comes of age, so too does the province.
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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.
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Canadian Authors
For no perticular reason at all, here are some Authors that are Canadian.
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Sugar Beets From Coast to Coast
Sugar beets provided a portion of Canada's need for sugar, and have been tantalizing the country's tastebuds since the 19th Century. The industry is still strong today.
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French Toast: Why America's French Programmes Are In Danger
Why are Americans abandoning one of the world's most useful languages?
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The Pre-Canadian Enlightenment
Although Canada did not exist as a country during the 18th Century, many events that happened then still have an impact on this nation today. The Enlightenment party brought everyone together.
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Bones to Ashes by Kathy Reichs
Combining the secrets of Quebec's ancient Acadia with modern forensic technology, "Bones to Ashes" helps Brennan confront a mystery from her childhood.
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No Taxation Without Representation
Taxation was the political issue after the French & Indian War. American revolutionary rebels say The Proclamation Line, The Quartering Act and The Quebec Act mean war!
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Pointe-à-Callière Hosts Public Market
The time is 1705. The place is Old Montreal. What did our ancestors do on the weekend? Just like us, they probably went shopping.
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Saint Antoine Daniel
Saint Antoine Daniel was one of the first Jesuit missionaries in Canada, working among the Hurons for twelve years before his death in 1648.
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Montreal Canadiens; Hockey Institution
An article about the Montreal Canadiens, the oldest and most successful hockey franchise of all time.
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Eh? Esf
Site review of Canada's Out of This World: Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy, an electronic exhibition.
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Mount Pleasant Walking Tour in Vancouver, BC
The historical buildings near Main Street in Vancouver, BC, merit a Mount Pleasant walking tour. This holiday vacation recommendation is free in British Columbia, Canada.
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The Royal Montreal Golf Club
The Royal Montreal Golf Club was the first official permanent golf club in Canada, established in 1873. Men, women and children enjoyed the lush private club facilities.
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Northern Spring Perennials
These super-hardy early flowering perennials are great in the gardens and the wild in zones 4 and colder.
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Social Problems Across the Border
Drug Trafficking and other challenges for Aboriginal nations divided by the US-Canadian border.
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The Fairmont Empress, Victoria
The Fairmont Empress Hotel sits regally overlooking the inner harbour of Victoria, BC, as one of the city's favourite accommodations.
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Acadians
This is sort of a continuation of the Article: French Canadians. Now we look at the Acadians.
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Ratatouille trailer
Trailer for Pixar's next movie debuts on Cinoche
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Summer Vacation with Teens
Take your teen on summer vacation, and he or she is likely to sneer at the idea of museum visits and historic tours. Try these fun and funky summer vacations with teens.
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Aloysious and Me
A teen-age boy contemplates the mysteries of religion, family, and first love, plus a family saint. A true story.
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British Columbia Schizophrenia Society (BCSS)
Contact information, a glossary and more information on Schizophrenia
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Dr. Gerald Bull, Missile Scientist
Dr. Gerald Bull spent his life researching, reinventing and creating new methods of missile launching. His munitions science eventually lead to his murder.
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Montreal's Sculpture Gardens and Public Art
Prominent public art, splendid sculptures, and magnificent monuments artistically inspire generations, pay homage to our ancestors, and evoke a sense of city pride.
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Summer Sports at Eastern Ski R
In summertime, ski resorts turn to a full range of warm weather adventure alternatives. Here’s a sampling of what's happening in the eastern U.S. and Canada.
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TO Wine and Cheese Show
The 2006 Toronto Wine and Cheese Show is 23 years young, offering everyone with an appetite for good food and drink a plethora of choice. And since it's my birthday today too- I humbly offer you a gift- a roundup of some of the finest in food and drink on offer at this year's show.
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Canadian Internet Resources eh?
The best gardening internet resources for Canadians, complete with research tools, general gardening sites, and places where you can ask questions about your garden problems.
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John McLaughlin, Chief Factor of Fort Vancouver
John McLoughlin, "the white-headed eagle," was chief factor of the Hudson's Bay Company post at Fort Vancouver, Washington. The post was a successful operation for the company. McLoughlin treated Indian and white man alike, and ran a smooth operation while he was in charge.
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Monster House in digital 3-D
Sony/Columbia and Real-D get together to show 3-D version of Monster House in selected U.S. and Canadian theatres.
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Thomas D'arcy McGee
An Irishman, McGee joined the political fray, gaining a reputation as one of Canada's best speakers. His enthusiasm earned him both praise and enemies.
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SAVING SALAR SUPREME: ATLANTIC SALMON NEED HELP
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