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  Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Canada is a country occupying northern North America, bounded to the south by the United States, northwest by Alaska, east by the Atlantic Ocean and west by the Pacific Ocean.
Canada's head of state is the monarch, currently Elizabeth II and commonly referred to as the Queen of Canada.
Canada is known for its vast forests and mountain ranges (including the Rocky Mountains) and the animals that reside within them, such as moose, caribou, beavers, polar bears, grizzly bears, and the common loon.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Canada   (5527 words)

  
 Central Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Central Canada is a term used in Eastern Canada to refer to the two largest and most populous Canadian provinces: Ontario and Quebec.
Central Canada is often regarded as an outside hegemonizing force, against which the other provinces must stand on guard to protect their local cultures and interests.
Geographically speaking, the longitudinal centre of Canada is a meridian passing just east of Winnipeg, Manitoba; the Geographic centre of Canada is located near Arviat, Nunavut.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Central_Canada   (341 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Central Canada
The 1,150-kilometre Quebec City-Windsor Corridor in central Canada is the most densely-populated, wealthy, and heavily-industrialized area of the country, containing over half of Canadas population and three of its four largest cities.
Western Canada is a geographic region of Canada, generally considered to be west of the province of Ontario, although its precise definition is a source of controversy (see below).
Categories: Regions of Canada The Canadian Arctic is a vast region of northern Canada.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Central-Canada   (841 words)

  
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Central Fund of Canada Limited is “The Sound Monetary Fund”.
Central is listed on the American Stock Exchange - Symbol CEF and the Toronto Stock Exchange - Symbols: Cdn.
Central Fund of Canada is an Alberta based Canadian company that passively holds gold and silver bullion which are priced worldwide in U.S. dollars.
www.centralfund.com   (208 words)

  
 Central Canada -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
The majority of the population of Quebec do not see themselves as Central Canadians, primarily because of the distinct (Click link for more info and facts about Francophone) Francophone culture which they feel is radically different from the culture of English-speaking Ontario.
To (A native or inhabitant of Quebec (especially one who speaks French)) Québécois, the economic, political and cultural power of Ontario is often seen as a dangerous force, requiring them to also protect the French culture and Quebec business interests.
Geographically speaking, the longitudinal centre of Canada is a meridian passing just east of (Click link for more info and facts about Winnipeg, Manitoba) Winnipeg, Manitoba; the Geographic centre of Canada is located near (Click link for more info and facts about Arviat, Nunavut) Arviat, Nunavut.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/ce/central_canada.htm   (360 words)

  
 CIC Canada | A Look at Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Central Canada is made up of Ontario and Quebec.
Canada is one of the world’s leading producers of minerals because of the rich deposits of gold, silver, nickel, zinc, copper and iron ore found in the ancient rock of the Shield.
Quebec is Canada’s main producer of pulp and paper and a major producer of minerals such as asbestos, gold, copper, silver and iron ore. The province’s huge supply of freshwater has allowed it to become Canada’s largest producer of hydroelectricity.
www.cic.gc.ca /english/citizen/look/look-09e.html   (849 words)

  
 Index Page
Central Ontario (COS) encompasses a geographical area that is bordered by Lion's Head, Orillia, Ajax, and Oakville and includes 107 clubs, 28,000 members, 650 coaches and officials.
With many locations in Central Ontario, Boston Pizza is firmly committed to supporting skating in Central Ontario through the sponsorship of this event as well as providing our skaters and volunteers with a unique fundraising rebate opportunity to help our member clubs.
In conjunction with Skate Canada - Central Ontario's 50th Anniversary celebration, COS is pleased to introduce you a trip down memory lane.
www.skatecanada-centralontario.com   (1565 words)

  
 Volleyball Canada
The benefit for Rwanda is to compete and learn from the number one team in the world while Canada was able to rest their top guns for the gold match tomorrow, and give a few of the other guys an opportunity to strut their stuff.
Team Canada was playing at the top of the game, as they controlled the tempo from start to finish, winning with scores of 25-15, 25-20 and 25-14.
The Team Canada Volleyball Centre in partnership with True North Sports and Entertainment, is only a day away from kicking off the biggest international sporting event in Winnipeg this year, the 2005 Men’s NORCECA Volleyball Championships.
www.volleyball.ca   (2093 words)

  
 Kids' Turn Central - Thanksgiving - Canada
European farmers in Europe held celebrations at harvest time to give thanks for their good fortune of a good harvest and abundance of food.
When Europeans came to Canada it is thought to have become an influence on the Canadian Thanksgiving tradition.
If you think about it this does make sense - since in Canada we have a shorter growing season and our harvest is sooner then in the US - our Thanksgiving celebrations should be earlier to celebrate the harvest time.
www.kidsturncentral.com /holidays/thanksgiving.htm   (326 words)

  
 Canada - Central America FTA
As noted earlier (TPM, No. 10, April 00), the prospect of a bilateral FTA with Costa Rica alone did not seem credible unless the strategic purpose was to embrace all of Central America in due course.
It is starting to become somewhat clear that one aspect of Canada's strategic purpose is related to Canadian investment in the mining sector, which is present in almost all Central American countries.
In 1998, Canada remained the largest player in the exploration market south of the U.S. border.
www.thunderlake.com /central_america_ftas.html   (467 words)

  
 Business Wire: Central Canada Foods Finalizes Terms of Related... @ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Central Canada will be the sole tenant and lease the plant for a ten-year period beginning October 18, 2004 at an annual rental cost of $270,000.
Central Canada also has an option to acquire the plant at cost for the duration of the lease.
Central Canada Foods Corporation (CCFC) is a federally inspected, HACCP approved, meat processing company.
www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?DOCID=1G1:136659788&refid=ip_almanac_hf   (363 words)

  
 Bulldog Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
It was originally called the English Bulldog Club of Canada, with a membership of about 100 at that time.
The Club gained recognition with the CKC in 1964, and was registered in June of 1979.
As a member of The Bulldog Club of Central Canada, you will receive an up-to-date list of all other members.
www.englishbulldogs.ca /bccc   (164 words)

  
 Oooooh, Canada! - Muppet Central Forum
Now the best "Canadian" Fraggle moment I remember was about a year ago I caught an old re-run of FR on CBC.
Hehehe....That reminds me...When I was in Toronto for WYD, me and some friends were talking a/b Canada's plot for world domination...At that moment, we walked right by the "Dominion Public Building".
Canada (well, Roots - but they're obviously just pawns in a larger Canadian conspiracy).
forum.muppetcentral.com /showthread.php?t=9958   (524 words)

  
 Greenwood Publishing Group I1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
He points out that Canada's Central American policy, particularly its modest support for Nicaragua, allows it to retain a measure of independence from the United States.
Historically, Canada's Central American policy is in some ways substantially different from U.S. policy in the region.
The book begins with a look at Canada's transition from a country that until recently had little interest in Central America to its present position as a supplier of economic aid to the region.
info.greenwood.com /books/0275937/0275937186.html   (353 words)

  
 Canada - Rainforest Portal
It is a mist-shrouded land of rugged fjords, storm-battered islands and magnificent valleys lined with cathedral forests of cedar, hemlock, spruces and firs.
Canada's Forests at a Crossroads - Global Forest Watch report provides a look at the scale and magnitude of logging, mining, and other development activities within Canada's forests.
Wilderness Committee - Formerly the Western Canada Wilderness Committee, this organization has now broadened its focus to the preservation of ancient forests and biodiversity throughout Canada, and worldwide.
www.rainforestweb.org /Rainforest_Regions/North_and_Central_America/Canada   (729 words)

  
 Central-Canada-Foods   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. (CP) - Central Canada Foods Corp. said Monday it is buying the food processing business of Rowe Farm Meats Ltd. for an undisclosed amount.
John Rowe, president of Rowe Farm Meats, is expected to continue to lead the management team at Rowe Farm Meats and have a senior position at Central Canada Foods.
Mississauga-based Central Canada Foods (TSXV:CDF.A) specializes in hog products sold through national and regional grocery chains, as well as in Asia and other international markets.
www.cp.org /english/online/full/agriculture/041220/a122024A.html   (172 words)

  
 Canada Central District, Church Of The Nazarene
Ontario, with a population of over 11 million, is at the heart of Canada’s manufacturing, finance, high technology, business services, conventions and retail activities.
What is important for the Church is that while Ontario is experiencing a population explosion accompanied by strong economic growth, prosperity and success, it is a place of enormous moral and spiritual need as well.
The Canada Central district is comprised of 42 mission-minded congregations and 10 missions ministering to the spiritual needs of their communities.
www.nazcentral.ca   (616 words)

  
 Home - - Bank of Canada
Indicators of Capacity and Inflation Pressures for Canada
Bank of Canada raises overnight rate target by 1/4 percentage point to 3 per cent
Permission is granted to reproduce or cite portions herein, if attribution is given to the Bank of Canada.
www.bankofcanada.ca /en   (103 words)

  
 << Welcome to the Bulldog Club of Central Canada >>   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in joining The Bulldog Club of Central Canada and to extend our invitation to join.
he Bulldog Club of Central Canada was the first club to be established in Canada in the 1920's.
It was first called the English Bulldog Club of Canada, with a membership of about 100 at that time.
www.geocities.com /Heartland/3482   (207 words)

  
 Travel Alberta - Alberta Central
After all, central Alberta has almost all of the best features of Alberta: rolling foothills, stunning prairie vistas, and lakes that make Alberta Central an outdoor playground.
Alberta Central is our heartland, with lush agricultural areas and communities that take pride in their history and culture.
The small towns and rural communities of central Alberta will welcome you with warmth and friendly western hospitality at the many attractions and events held year-round.
travelalbertacentral.com   (369 words)

  
 Central Canada Society for Bioenergetic Analysis (CCSBA)
The Central Canada Society for Bioenergetic Analysis (CCSBA) provides prospective clients with referrals to therapists, offers continuing education for practitioners, presents workshops and exercise classes and is dedicated to the advancing the Art and Science of Bioenergetic Analysis.
The Central Canada branch (CCSBA) is affiliated with the International Institute for Bioenergetic Analysis (IIBA).
Copyright 2003-2004 Central Canada Society for Bioenergetic Analysis.
www.bioenergetics-canada.com   (110 words)

  
 Globeinvestor.com: Central Canada Foods Corporation: Letter Of Intent Signed To Acquire Natural Meat Company
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - Dec. 20, 2004) - Central Canada Foods (TSX VENTURE:CDF.A) has signed a letter of intent to acquire the food processing business of Rowe Farm Meats Limited, a private company and one of Canada's leading processors of hormone- free, antibiotic free meats.
"Our proposed partnership with Central Canada is seen as paving the way for our business to grow and take advantage of increasing consumer demand for natural meat products as part of the trend toward healthier lifestyles", stated John Rowe, President of Rowe Farm Meats.
Rowe is expected to continue to lead the management team at Rowe Farm Meats and have a senior position at Central Canada Foods following the acquisition.
www.globeinvestor.com /servlet/WireFeedRedirect?cf=GlobeInvestor/config&vg=BigAdVariableGenerator&date=20041220&archive=ccnm&slug=1220138n   (591 words)

  
 Vacuum Systems, Central - Canada (CA)
Largest compressed air offering in Western Canada, specialty and turnkey packaging, for Oil and Gas industry (local and international), Industrial, and commercial market place.
Manufacturer of quality central vacuums for over 30 years.
Using a Central Vacuum effectively removes those allergens and insures a healthier home environment.
www.kellysearch.com /ca-product-99465.html   (459 words)

  
 Woodalls Open Roads Forum: RVing in Canada and Alaska: Central Canada Camping Club
I don't mean to be critical of your plans, sounds good and all and I wish you success, but when you refer to Manitoba as central canada there are going to be confused people.
I think you would be more successful referring to camping in Manitoba as either Manitoba camping or if you going to include all of the prairies refer to it as Prairie or Western Canadian camping.
Calling it prairie camping would not confuse others as in the states the prairies are known as the plains, in canada the prairies are Man.
www.woodalls.com /cforum/Index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/14961153.cfm   (458 words)

  
 Bike tours in Central Canada, Europe and Iceland, w/ cycling, walking or sea kayaking options.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Bike tours in Central Canada, Europe and Iceland, w/ cycling, walking or sea kayaking options.
European explorers of the 17th century found a rich land near the headwaters of the St. Lawrence River and around the Great Lakes – so much so that the French and English began centuries of fighting over it, and the two cultures are still well-represented here, albeit more peacefully!
Bicycle culture is well-accepted here, and we look forward to sharing with you some fun, cuisine, comfort, and beauty as we explore this vast and fantastic landscape.
www.freewheeling.ca /centercanada.htm   (318 words)

  
 Canadian Institute of Forestry, Central Ontario Section   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Our mission is to advance the stewardship of Canada's forest resources through leadership, professional competence and public awareness.
We work in government, industry, research, education and consulting and represent the largest professional voice for forestry in Canada.
The Central Ontario Section is one of 22 sections across Canada.
www.cifcos.org   (181 words)

  
 Sailboats For Sale Central Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
With a six month sailing season in central Canada, twenty year old Dacron...
...keelboat market in central Canada, one has to go back to the early 1960s when the industry was just starting to build production sailboats out...
...has been the main source of sailboats in central Canada for well over a dozen years.
www.isailboatcharter.com /sailboats-for-sale-central-canada.html   (218 words)

  
 CAEP - Central Alberta Economic Partnership - Home
The Central Alberta Economic Partnership Ltd (CAEP) is mandated to plan and promote the economic development of 42 member communities in the region.
CAEP has designed this website for consultants, commercial real estate brokers, corporate executives involved in community, and site selectors.
A searchable overview of the Central Alberta region
www.centralalberta.ab.ca   (75 words)

  
 Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers - Central Canada
Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers - Central Canada
A major portion of Canada’s oil and natural gas consumption takes place in central Canada.
Although there is presently little exploration and production activity within the region, there has been renewed interest in the southwestern Ontario area.
www.capp.ca /?V_DOC_ID=619   (45 words)

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