Traditions and everyday life in CanadaFestivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in Canada. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.
461 keepsakes from Canada (183 traditions and culture, 278 personal) · page 4 of 16
Spruce Meadows is a multi-purpose sports facility near Calgary, Alberta built by the Southern family which opened in 1975. The facility contains an equestrian show jumping complex that comprises 505 acres.
Shared by Ryn17
There are many forests here and many children (at least in my province) are forced to go for long 2 hour walks, but I must admit our nature parks are quite lovely, and are not the forest you might expect!
Shared by essenceofme
IDK about other places in Canada but in our city we have a parade where people come see the diffrent people and organizations in town and somtimes we get candy. There are horses and dogs and even mascots.
Shared by C.J.Bee
Summer Theme Park!! A fun park with a variety of roller coasters and fun foods to try. If you get a seasons pass you can visit as much as you want in the summer. I went a total of 7 times one summer !!
Shared by bruunoo22
When the Manitoba hockey team, the Winnipeg Jets, make it to the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs everybody wears white to support the team! It also reflects WINTER-pegs very cold winters and our blizzards!
Shared by Giuseppe
The Midway is a travelling fair that travels all around Ontario. Every year family and friends go to make memories! There are many rides, as well as food and other games that you can win prizes at.
Shared by Ava21
In the winter when it’s cold we have stands and collect fresh snow abd then pour pure maple syrup on it to make maple taffy! It’s a very delicious treat especially after going sledding or skiing!!
Shared by HBpencil
Snowshoeing is a wonderful pass time to enjoy on ones own or with friends. Our area of canada gets lots of snow usually between december and march. There are many trails and forests to explore.
Shared by SugarMaple
Vendors set up booths along the Main Street in Fort Langley. Cranberry sauce, cranberry scones and fresh cranberries are sold. Vendors sell all sorts of crafts from jewelry to wooden sculptures.
Shared by Elizabeth54
Every year Canadians get outside and build snowmen for fun. We dress them up in funny hats and scarfs. Its mostly done by children, but my motto is "do what you did at age 10, to stay young.
Shared by Dawna1964
Some of the police of the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) dress in traditional attire. They are symbolic of Canadian history and culture. They even ride horses rather than drive vehicles.
Shared by Yetilizard
The Cabot trail is 298 km (185 miles) highway that is very very popular in the summer and fall. It takes about 4 hours to drive around and you’ll find absolutely stunning photo opportunities
Shared by Felxox
where i am from there are a lot of farms (hence why we’re known for cows), and my schoolbus takes the old road through a few of them. the sunrises over the fields in the morning are amazing!
Shared by kmariec
Apple Blossom Fest is a yearly festival every spring to celebrate the bloom of apple blossoms and the history of the towns orchards in Berwick, the apple capital of Nova Scotia, Canada.
Shared by FreckledFairy
Canada day is a celebrated on July 1st and can be celebrated by going to parades and picnics and spending time with your family. It can also be celebrated by going to firework shows
Shared by Butterfly ?
The beach is a perfect spot for viewing a sunset. My dad takes us to the beach to watch the sunset and take loads of photos. It’s beautiful to watch and great to take selfies in :p
Shared by Cloudy_._.
its so beautiful and there is such clear water and lots of mushrooms! (though, i dont think you can forage them but whatevss) i found usnea their once! its a great family activity
Shared by iris.wad
This is basically a little trip that me and friends go on during the last week of summer before school starts and we just hangout without parents and enjoy the wildlife together.
Shared by J.K.
The actual official languages of Canada are English and French, but French is mostly spoken in the province of Québec (where poutine originated and most maple syrup comes from).
Shared by Imean77
Often in the winter in Canada families will visit a maple syrup farm and take part in making sugary treats by.pouring the hot fresh syrup on the snow to make sweet chery treats
Shared by Oceangirl73
Peameal Bacon is only available in Canada. It is a wet-cured, unsmoked back bacon made from trimmed lean boneless pork loin rolled in cornmeal. It is found mainly in Ontario.
Shared by RMC
Nut milks are milks made from nuts. for example almond and cashew. we make our own nut milks and add a sweetener (that usually being maple syrup or honey) for flavoring.
Shared by Maya Maltser
A classic Toronto keepsake ( I guess ) is the CN Tower sculpture. Usually made of metal or sometimes crystal, it captures the sleek shape of the city's ICONIC landmark.
Shared by Maybe.May
Canadian communities celebrate the confederation of Canada on July 1st every year. Parades, barbecues, rodeos, parties, or communal events are used to celebrate this day
Shared by Katiee
A feast is when the whole community gets together for a meal that people in the community have cooked. This can happen on a special occasion or an important occasion.
Shared by OhCanada
Most Canadians have gone "Tobogganing" at some point. It is a fun winter activity where you take your sled or "toboggan" and slide down the biggest hill you can find!
Shared by Tayjay228
Last summer I went on a road trip through the Rocky Mountains and lake Louise was my favourite stop. I’ll definitely have to try and get out there again next summer!
Shared by Joe.C
My family owns land on a river, and I love to spend as much time there as possible, canoeing, swimming, lying in the sun, and spending time with my favourite people.
Shared by Hayes
The view of my backyard. There happened to be a rainbow on this day. Often times I will take my canoe out on the lake, lounge on the dock, or read/write outside.
Shared by Kristen14
Beautiful smoky mountains I used to spend my summers camping in...We'd roast Bannock over fires and swim in marshes until the leeches scared us out of the water.
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