Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
English and French are common languages, with English using the Latin alphabet and French using accented characters such as é, è, and ç.
Culture
Influences from Indigenous cultures, British, and French heritage; recognizable features include totem poles, maple syrup shops, and hockey rinks.
Miscellaneous
Street furniture may include bilingual signs; look for snow in winter months; Canadian flags or symbols may appear on buildings or vehicles.
Capital
Ottawa
Environment & landscape
Environment
Diverse landscapes including forests, mountains, prairies, and coastlines; notable features include the Rocky Mountains and the Great Lakes.
Infrastructure
Architectural styles vary, but common elements include modern urban buildings in cities and wooden houses in rural areas; presence of distinct landmarks like CN Tower in Toronto.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include maple, birch, and pine, while grasses vary by region, with tallgrass prairies in the south and alpine flora in the north.
Topography
Canada features a diverse topography, including the Rocky Mountains in the west, the rolling hills of the prairies, and vast flat areas in the central and eastern regions.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates typically have a white background with blue lettering; the standard format includes a combination of letters and numbers.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs are often bilingual (English and French) and are standardized with clear symbols; highway signs usually have a green background.
Stop
Stop signs in Canada typically read 'STOP' in English and 'ARRÊT' in French.
Bollards
Bollards in Canada are often painted bright colors for visibility and may vary in design, sometimes featuring reflective tape.
Poles
Utility poles in Canada are generally wooden or metal, often equipped with multiple crossarms for power and communication lines.