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Discover Canada study notes
Short, simple summaries of each chapter of Discover Canada, the official study guide for the citizenship test. Read a chapter, then practise with the questions.
Discover Canada study notes: Applying for CitizenshipThis chapter explains what happens after you apply for Canadian citizenship, who must take the citizenship test, and how to prepare. Here are the main ideas in simple English.Discover Canada study notes: Rights and Responsibilities of CitizenshipThis chapter explains the Oath of Citizenship, the freedoms Canadians enjoy, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the duties every citizen has. Here are the main ideas in simple English.Discover Canada study notes: Who We AreThis chapter describes the people of Canada: the three founding peoples, the two official languages, and the many cultures that make up the country today. Here are the main ideas in simple English.Discover Canada study notes: Canada's HistoryThis chapter tells the story of Canada from its first peoples to the Second World War. These simple notes cover the main events, people and dates you need for the citizenship test.Discover Canada study notes: Modern CanadaThis chapter explains how Canada changed after the Second World War. These simple notes cover the economy, Canada's role in the world, Quebec, a more open society, and famous Canadians in arts, sports and science.Discover Canada study notes: How Canadians Govern ThemselvesThis chapter explains how Canada's government is organized: who makes laws, who does what, and the role of the King. Here are simple study notes and the key facts for the citizenship test.Discover Canada study notes: Federal ElectionsThis chapter explains how Canadians elect their Members of Parliament, who can vote and how, and what happens after an election. Use these notes and key facts to prepare for the citizenship test.Discover Canada study notes: The Justice SystemThis chapter explains the main ideas of Canada's justice system, the different courts, the role of the police and where to get legal help. Here are simple study notes and the key facts for the test.Discover Canada study notes: Canadian SymbolsThis chapter explains the symbols that represent Canada, from the Crown and the flag to the beaver, hockey and national holidays. Here are the main ideas and the facts most likely to be on the citizenship test.Discover Canada study notes: Canada's EconomyThis chapter explains how Canada earns its living: through trade, three main types of industry and a close partnership with the United States. Here are the key ideas and facts to study for the citizenship test.Discover Canada study notes: Canada's RegionsThis chapter takes you across Canada's five regions, from the Atlantic coast to the Arctic. Learn every province, territory and capital, plus the facts about each place that often appear on the citizenship test.