An A-Z book that takes readers on a road trip across the country and through time, past to present. The book examines the many unique influences, characteristics and values that collectively define the culture and identity of present day Canada. It looks at the contributions to Canadian identity made by people and by the various geographical, historical and political features of Canadian communities and regions. It looks at the basic elements that describe Canadian identity including respect for human rights, the right for citizens to vote, respect for diversity, bilingualism, multiculturalism and unity.