In this program, you will examine the following symbols that are representative of Canada, its provinces and territories: the Canadian flag, the maple leaf,the maple tree, the coat of arms, the parliament buildings, our national colours, the mace, the beaver, our national sports, hockey and lacrosse, Canadian horses, the North West Mounted Police, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Canadian national anthem. Students will learn why and how these specific icons were proclaimed as national symbols. The program explores the history of each, the historical or current figures involved in the selection of each and the meaning behind each symbol.

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