Tag Archives: Canadian Humour

The original name for Canada, dreamed up by a parliamentary committee in London, was “Cold North Dominion,” but that was too long, so they abbreviated it to C.N.D. The King’s Royal Governor presented the new name to the inhabitants, but … Continue reading →

I do not know where all of these Q and As have come from, but they are posted around the net in collections without author given .. so I’ve collected what I can and am posting my finds here for … Continue reading →

The Temperature Conversion Guide (degrees are in Fahrenheit): 50 above – New Yorkers turn on the heat. Canadians plant gardens. 40 above – Californians shiver uncontrollably. Canadians sunbathe. 35 above – Italian cars won’t start. Canadians drive with the windows … Continue reading →

A first grade teacher explains to her class that she is an American. She asks her students to raise their hands if they were American too. Not really knowing why but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode … Continue reading →

Yes, they’re ALL TRUE as heard at the information kiosks manned by Parks Canada staff! 1. How do the elk know they’re supposed to cross at the “Elk Crossing” signs? 2. At what elevation does an elk become a moose? … Continue reading →