The Five Themes of Canada

1. History: Founded 1867; Indigenous roots 15,000+ years; shaped by French/British colonialism, immigration; major WWI/WWII contributor; peacekeeping leader.
2. Geography: 2nd largest country (9.98M km²); diverse: Rockies, Shield, Prairies, Arctic, 3 ocean coastlines; rich resources (oil, minerals, timber, water).
3. Economy: Strong, diversified; top resource exporter (oil, gas, lumber, minerals); USMCA/NAFTA member; skilled workforce; high standard of living.
4. Society: Multicultural, bilingual (English/French), parliamentary democracy, Charter of Rights, high quality of life, top immigration destination.
5. Culture: Rich arts (literature, music, film, Indigenous), sports (hockey, lacrosse), stunning landscapes, national parks, historic sites, festivals.

Together, these themes define the Canadian identity.