Gateway to Canada

English level: Intermediate to Advanced

Viginia L. Sauvé and Monique Sauvé

Description

A fascinating insight into Canada's history, life and culture.

How can it be used?

  • As a classroom reading text.
  • For self-study at home.

Who is it for?

  • Students who want to find out more about Canada.

Key features

  • The book covers the early history of Canada, its government and economy, cultures, and everyday life.
  • It includes a section on Canadians who have contributed significantly to their country, or to the world.
  • Each of Canada's provinces is explored, providing information on geography, history, people and lifestyle.
  • Quick Facts page at the beginning of each section provides an interesting introduction and summary.
  • Colourful illustrations and photographs bring the text to life.
  • Vocabulary and comprehension exercises help students to get the most out of their reading.
  • Discussion points get students talking about the text and stimulate cross-cultural comparisons.
  • Common Canadian word and expressions are explained.
  • Ideas are included for debates, research projects, and activities for further investigation.

Contents

Early Beginnings
Contemporary Canada: An Introduction
The Mosaic of Canada
The Pacific Coast/British Columbia
The Prairies/Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba
Central Canada/Ontario
Quebec
The Maritimes and Newfoundland
The North
The People of Canada
Challenges to Canadians for the Future

ISBN index

Gateway to Canada 978-0-19-541152-2