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Test Your Canada Knowledge With This Canada Day Quiz
The true North is home to millions of people, yet most other countries don’t know a thing about us!
And many of us, Canadians, know nothing about our own country.
Is a double double a real thing or something I just made up? Do we have our own Loch Ness monster that terrorizes the West Coast, or have I just spent too long on Reddit forums? Is hockey actually Canada’s national sport, or is that a Canadian myth?
Let’s find out if you’re a real Canuck (if you don’t know what that means, you’re not off to a great start) or just posing as a Hoser (which you must be if you don’t know this iconic Canadian phrase).
I’ll test your knowledge of our provinces, national animals, sports we cherish, and more in this 20 question multiple-choice quiz. At the end, you’ll find out if you’re a real Canadian or if you need to give in your passport and move to New Zealand.
If you don’t know any of the answers it’s ok! I’m sharing some personalized recommendations in your results to help you learn more about Canada so you can reclaim your Canadian status. Whether you live here already or are considering moving to Canada, this quiz will help you figure out what you need to learn.
What are you waiting for?
Play the Canada quiz below to test your knowledge of Canada!
Canada Day Trivia Game Rules
- No cheating!
- Canucks and non-Hosers welcome
- You can play the Canada Day quiz on any day – not just Canada Day!
- Say “sorry” in a heavy Canadian accent whenever you get an answer wrong
- Pair the trivia game with a classic Canadian cocktail or unique Canadian snacks for an epic night
My Family’s Results
I put my family to the test with this quiz since we’re all born and raised Canadians, but I was SHOCKED with their results!
Of course, I made the quiz, so I used my knowledge to create it. Except I did have to research the year Canada was founded cause I had no idea.
But my dad only got 3 questions right on the whole quiz! He definitely needs his Canadian citizenship revoked.
My sister got 80% of the questions, but she didn’t know how many provinces there are.
My mom did really well and only got one question wrong about Canadian celebrities.
I’d love to know how you do! Share your results in the comments.
15 Bonus Fun Canadian Trivia Facts
- Canada was founded in 1867.
- Canada has 6 time zones – including a 1/2 hour time zone in Newfoundland!
- New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province in Canada. Quebec is primarily French speaking.
- Tim Hortons is the biggest doughnuts shop in Canada and we’re known for eating the most doughnuts in the world.
- Canada has hosted 3 Olympics: Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver.
- Toronto is home to the largest underground shopping center in the world. It’s called the PATH and it connects all of downtown.
- The Maritimes and the Atlantic Provinces are different. Newfoundland is an Atlantic province, but not in the Maritimes. That’s because it’s based on when they joined the Dominion of Canada.
- Indigenous people only got the right to vote in 1960.
- Trivial Pursuit – the best board game – was invented by two Canadians.
- Superman was co-created by a Canadian.
- Basketball was invented in Canada.
- Women were declared “persons” in Canada in 1929.
- Quebec is the largest producer of maple syrup in Canada. And Canada is the largest maple syrup producer in the world.
- The current Canadian national anthem was first performed in 1880.
- Canada is the 2nd largest country in the world, after Russia.
Canada Day Trivia Game
How Did You Do on the Canada Quiz Questions?
Post your results in the comments.
Share it with your friends and see who can do better!
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- 10 Delicious Canada Cocktail Recipes to Try
- 83 Bucket List Canada Things to Do from a Canadian
- 202 Fun Facts About Canada You’ve Never Heard
- 190 Best Canada Quotes and Captions for Instagram
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- Canada in Summer: Best Places to Visit and Things to Do [Local Guide]
- Canada in the Fall: Best Places to Visit and Things to Do [Local Guide]
- 13 Best Canada Northern Lights Tour and When to Go
- 65 Best Souvenirs From Canada to Gift
- Is Canada in America? + More Facts
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- Canadian vs American Thanksgiving: What’s the Difference?
- What is Santa called in Canada?
- Canada Name Generator: Creative Name Ideas from a Canadian!
- Canada Winter Months and Temperatures
- 65 Best Things to Do in Canada in Winter
- 27 Best Places to Visit in Canada in Winter
- What is the legal drinking age in Canada?
- Can You Drink in Canada with a US ID?
- Renting a Car in Canada: 41 Important Local Tips & Tricks
- Tipping in Canada: Do You Have to Tip in Canada?
- 100 Canadian Slang Words and Phrases (From a Canadian!)
- 10 Epic Canadian Spots to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
Looking for more quizzes?
Challenge your Friends to Beat Your Score on This Canada Day Quiz!
Canada Travel Planning Guide
🚑 Should I buy Canada travel insurance?
100% YES! — Canada has “free” healthcare but it’s only for citizens! Foreigners visiting need travel insurance in case anything happens on their visit. I recommend World Nomads – starting at just $5 a day!
💧Can you drink the water in Canada?
Yes — In all major cities in Canada, you can drink the tap water. There are very few, rural areas that you can’t. However, you should never drink river or lake water anywhere in the country! I recommend a Brita Water Bottle for long hikes and backcountry camping to stay safe and hydrated.
🚙💨 Is it safe to rent a car in Canada?
Yes — Renting a car is a necessity in most of Canada! If you want to go on road trips or adventures outside of the major cities, you’ll need to rent a car. (Read more)
📲 Will my phone work in Canada?
Maybe — Some American companies work in Canada, but many will not. If your phone doesn’t work in Canada, I recommend getting a Canadian SIM card so you can get around and stay in contact with loved ones. We don’t have a lot of free WIFI in Canada, so you’ll need your phone for maps.
🏩 What’s the best way to book my Canada accommodations?
My go-to for Canadian hotels is Booking.com. For hostels, I use Hostel World. If you want a home-y feeling, check out VRBO (which is cheaper and safer than Airbnb).
Or get free accommodations with Trusted Housesitters!
✈️ What’s the best site to buy Canada flights?
For finding cheap Canadian flights, I recommend Skyscanner.
🎫 Do I need a visa for Canada?
Likely Not — US, UK, and EU passport holders don’t need Canadian visas. However, some other countries do (check here!). And if you plan to stay for more than 4 weeks (an average tourist visa length), you will need to look into visas to live in Canada.
