Symbols Of Canada

Flags, coats of arms, stamps, coins, emblems.

From Timbits to totem poles, Canada is boiled down to its syrupy core in symbolic forms that are reproduced not only on t-shirts, television ads, and tattoos but in classrooms, museums, and courtrooms too. They can be found in every home and in every public space. They come in many forms, from objects—like the red-uniformed Mountie, the maple leaf, and the beaver—to concepts—like free healthcare, peacekeeping, and saying “eh?”. But where did these symbols come from, what do they mean, and how have their meanings changed over time? Symbols of Canada gives us the real and surprising truth behind the most iconic Canadian symbols revealing their contentious and often contested histories. With over 100 images, this book thoroughly explores Canada’s true self while highlighting the unexpected twists and turns that have marked each symbol’s history.

An investigation of the arms and seals borne and used from the earliest times to the present in connection with public authority in and over Canada, with consideration of some connected flags.

A pictorial tribute to 3 iconic symbols of Canada: the Mountie, maple leaf and beaver includes images as diverse as ancient artifacts, vintage toys and kitsch, and a comprehensive history of the symbols and their use in identifying Canada.

The revised edition of Symbols of Canada shares the story of our nation, people, environment and history through the symbols we identify with. All symbols are displayed in full colour with explanations regarding their meaning and origin. Symbols of Conada is an ideal resource or teaching tool and comes complete with a full colour wall poster. Fascinating format creates an educational publication which inspires pride in Canadians both young and old.

The Canadian Icons series explores the symbols that helped shape the nation's identity. Each book recounts how each symbol came to be important to Canada and what role these symbols continue to play in Canadian society today.

The flag of Nunavut became the official flag of the territory in 1999. It is the newest official flag in Canada. It has an inuksuk and the north star. Inuk suit and the north star help the Inuit find their way across the tundra.