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Take the Canadian Geography Knowledge Quiz

Explore Canada's Regions and Landmarks with Confidence

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
Learning OutcomesStudy Material
Colorful paper art depicting Canadian landmarks for a geography knowledge quiz

Ever wondered how well you know Canada's cities, provinces, and landmarks? This Canadian Geography Knowledge Quiz is perfect for students, educators, and curious travellers eager to explore national map skills and regional trivia. By tackling 15 multiple-choice questions, you'll sharpen your understanding of Canada's diverse landscapes and urban centres. Feel free to modify this quiz in our editor to match your learning goals or classroom needs. Ready to dive in - browse more quizzes or try our Regional Geography Knowledge Quiz and Canadian General Knowledge Quiz for extra challenges!

Which city is the capital of Canada?
Vancouver
Toronto
Montreal
Ottawa
Ottawa is the seat of the federal government and the capital city of Canada. It was chosen as the capital in 1857 by Queen Victoria.
Which Canadian province is located on the west coast of the country?
Nova Scotia
Ontario
Quebec
British Columbia
British Columbia borders the Pacific Ocean and occupies Canada's west coast. No other province has a coastline on the Pacific in Canada.
Which territory is the northernmost in Canada?
Northwest Territories
Yukon
Nunavut
Manitoba
Nunavut extends well into the Arctic Circle and includes the northernmost point in Canada. It was separated from the Northwest Territories in 1999.
The Great Lakes are shared between Canada and which other country?
Russia
United Kingdom
Mexico
United States
The Great Lakes form part of the border between Canada and the United States. They are the largest group of freshwater lakes in the world by total area.
What major mountain range runs along the western edge of Canada?
Rocky Mountains
Andes Mountains
Laurentian Mountains
Appalachian Mountains
The Rocky Mountains extend from northern British Columbia to New Mexico in the U.S. and form the western spine of Canada's western provinces.
Which city is the largest by population in Alberta?
Red Deer
Calgary
Edmonton
Lethbridge
Calgary has the highest population in Alberta, exceeding one million residents. Edmonton is the capital but is slightly smaller in population.
The Canadian Shield covers a large part of which province?
Quebec
Nova Scotia
British Columbia
Ontario
A significant portion of Ontario's land area is part of the Canadian Shield, characterized by exposed Precambrian rock. The Shield also extends into Quebec and other provinces but covers the largest contiguous area in Ontario.
Which climate zone is characterized by permafrost and very low temperatures throughout the year in northern Canada?
Boreal
Continental
Tundra
Maritime
The tundra climate zone features permanently frozen subsoil (permafrost) and minimal vegetation. It is found along Canada's northern coasts and Arctic islands.
The St. Lawrence River flows from Lake Ontario to which body of water?
Hudson Bay
Atlantic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Arctic Ocean
The St. Lawrence River connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, providing a key shipping route between North America and Europe. It empties into the Gulf of St. Lawrence before reaching the ocean.
Which province lies directly east of Manitoba?
Saskatchewan
Ontario
Quebec
Newfoundland and Labrador
Ontario shares its western boundary with Manitoba. Quebec is east of Ontario, and Saskatchewan is to the west of Manitoba.
Which pair of provinces shares the longest land border with each other?
Ontario and Quebec
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick
Saskatchewan and Manitoba
British Columbia and Alberta
Ontario and Quebec share the longest contiguous land boundary between any two Canadian provinces, stretching over 1,100 kilometers. Other provincial borders are shorter in comparison.
On a standard map using latitude and longitude, which Canadian city is located at approximately 53°N, 113°W?
Edmonton
Charlottetown
Vancouver
Halifax
Edmonton is situated near 53° north latitude and 113° west longitude in central Alberta. The coordinates match the city's geographic position.
Approximately what percentage of Canada's population lives within 300 kilometers of the United States border?
25%
75%
90%
50%
About three-quarters of Canadians live within 300 km of the U.S. border due to milder climate and major urban centers being located in the south. Northern regions are sparsely populated.
Which sea lies directly north of the Northwest Territories?
Bering Sea
Labrador Sea
Beaufort Sea
Caribbean Sea
The Beaufort Sea is part of the Arctic Ocean and borders the northern coast of the Northwest Territories. It lies west of the Arctic Archipelago.
What is the name of the largest freshwater island in the world, located in Lake Huron?
Manitoulin Island
Baffin Island
Vancouver Island
Prince Edward Island
Manitoulin Island in Lake Huron is the largest freshwater island globally. Vancouver Island is saltwater, Prince Edward Island is in the Atlantic, and Baffin Island is in the Arctic Ocean.
The headwaters of the Fraser River originate in which mountain range?
Columbia Mountains
Rocky Mountains
Coast Mountains
Laurentian Mountains
The Fraser River begins near Mount Robson in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia. It then flows southwest to the Pacific Ocean.
The intersection of the 60th parallel north and the 110th meridian west marks a tripoint boundary between which three regions?
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories
British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories
Manitoba, Ontario, Nunavut
Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories
At 60°N and 110°W, the boundary lines of Saskatchewan (western meridian 110°W), Manitoba (eastern boundary at 95°W), and the Northwest Territories (everywhere above 60°N) meet. This creates a tripoint among those three.
On a map with a scale of 1:5,000,000, two cities are 2 cm apart. What is the actual distance between them?
10 km
100 km
500 km
1,000 km
A 1:5,000,000 scale means 1 cm on the map equals 50 km in reality. Therefore, 2 cm represents 100 km on the ground.
Which Canadian geographic region has the highest average elevation?
Canadian Shield
Arctic Lowlands
Interior Plains
Western Cordillera
The Western Cordillera includes high mountain ranges such as the Rockies and Coast Mountains, leading to the highest average elevations. Other regions are predominantly lower plains or shields.
Which climate zone, characterized by mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, is found in parts of southern British Columbia?
Subarctic
Temperate maritime
Tundra
Continental
The coastal areas of southern British Columbia experience a temperate maritime (oceanic) climate, with mild, wet winters and warm, relatively dry summers. This distinguishes it from interior continental or subarctic zones.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify Canada's provinces, territories, and major cities by location.
  2. Analyse regional climate zones and their characteristics.
  3. Master the names and positions of significant physical features.
  4. Evaluate spatial relationships between Canadian geographic regions.
  5. Apply map-reading skills to solve location-based questions.
  6. Demonstrate understanding of demographic and topographical data.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Canada's Provinces and Territories - Master the names, locations, and capitals of all 10 provinces and 3 territories to build a solid framework of Canada's political map. From Ontario's Toronto to Nunavut's Iqaluit, visualizing these regions helps you see where everything fits. Learn more
  2. Physiographic Regions - Discover the seven major physiographic regions - like the Canadian Shield and the Western Cordillera - and uncover the unique landforms that shape each area. Understanding these regions is like unlocking hidden chapters in Canada's geological story. Learn more
  3. Major Physical Features - Get to know iconic landmarks such as the Rocky Mountains, Great Lakes, and Hudson Bay. Recognizing these features will boost your map-reading skills and spatial awareness. Learn more
  4. Climate Zones - Explore Canada's climate extremes, from the icy Arctic tundra up north to lush temperate rainforests on the Pacific coast. Knowing how temperature and precipitation vary will deepen your understanding of regional environments. Learn more
  5. The Canadian Shield - Dive into the vast Precambrian rock core that covers much of central and eastern Canada. This mineral-rich area has shaped waterways, forests, and even settlement patterns. Learn more
  6. Major Rivers - Trace the paths of the St. Lawrence, Fraser, and Mackenzie Rivers, which serve as natural highways and vital ecosystems. Understanding these waterways reveals how people and wildlife move across the land. Learn more
  7. Permafrost in Northern Canada - Learn why permanently frozen ground dominates the Arctic and subarctic regions and how permafrost impacts construction and ecology. It's a cool (literally!) topic with big implications for northern communities. Learn more
  8. Population Distribution - Notice how most Canadians live within a few hundred kilometers of the U.S. border, creating a bustling southern corridor. This pattern influences everything from economy to culture. Learn more
  9. Interpreting Topographic Maps - Practice reading contour lines, elevation changes, and man-made symbols to unlock the story a map tells about the land. These skills are essential for hikers, planners, and geography buffs alike. Learn more
  10. The Arctic Archipelago - Explore polar islands like Baffin and Ellesmere in the far north, where ice-covered landscapes stretch for miles. Understanding this remote region helps complete the picture of Canada's vast geography. Learn more
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