Page 6 - Welcome to Calgary - International Student Homestay Handbook Facts on Canada Canada is the second largest country by area in the world and has a population of approximately 33.7 million. Canada consists of ten provinces and three territories. As a result of this, climate can vary from province to province. Canadian geography is very diverse, so if you are looking for the rainforests of British Columbia, the vast plains of Saskatchewan or the beautiful scenery of the East Coast, it is all possible. Canada has two official languages: English and French. You may notice that some items are printed in both languages (examples are food packages or government signs).
Welcome to Calgary
The National emblem of Canada is the maple leaf, and the national anthem is ‘O Canada’, which is usually sung before National Hockey Games, or special ceremonies like Canada Day on July 1st.
Alberta
Calgary
About Calgary Calgary is a clean and safer city that is located close to the famous Rocky Mountains. Calgary is also a rapidly growing city with a current population over one million people. This multicultural city has many people from different ethnic backgrounds. As a result, Calgary offers a vast array of festivals, restaurants and activities related to different cultures. You can choose from hundreds of restaurants that cater to every taste and budget. Whether you are craving food from your home country, or want to taste some of our Alberta beef, you are guaranteed to find a restaurant that will meet your appetite. Calgary offers many different attractions including theatres, art galleries, shopping, concerts, parks, a lively night life and our famous Calgary Stampede (during the first week of July). For information on the Calgary Stampede visit: http://calgarystampede.com/
For more information on things to do in Calgary visit www.visitcalgary.com/