Canada’s national sport is not Hockey, it is lacrosse Lacrosse has a rich history in Canada and was originally developed by indigenous nations in North America before Europeans arrived. Don’t get me wrong, Hockey holds a special place in Canadian sports-loving hearts, going beyond just being a game to become a national obsession. Canada is considered the birthplace of ice hockey, and Canadians have a deep-rooted connection with this sport. Something that you might not know is that hockey is not the only sport that was invented by a Canadian. Basketball, which is a globally cherished sport, was invented in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA by James Naismith, a Canadian, in 1891. The first game of basketball used a soccer ball and two peach baskets as equipment, like hockey, very different from the modern gear used today to play the sport. The telephone was also invented in Canada Alexander Graham Bell, an immigrant from Scotland living in Brantford, Ontario, is recognised as the inventor of the telephone in 1876. This groundbreaking invention unde¬niably transformed the world. The Canadian Thanksgiving is an old tradition Canada’s Thanksgiving predates the American tradition by over 40 years, with origins going back to 1578 when the English explorer Martin Frobisher held a ceremony in Newfoundland to express gratitude for a successful voyage. Canada’s official animal is the Beaver The beaver was officially declared Canada’s national animal on March 24, 1975. But what you might now know is that Canada has the largest moose population in the world. The Canadian moose holds great significance as both a symbol of the country and one of its most iconic wildlife species. Canada boasts the largest population of moose in the world, with estimates in excess of 1 million. Another fun Canadian animal fact is that Churchill, Manitoba, is famous for being the “Polar Bear Capital of the World.” During the fall, close to a thousand polar bears gather near the coastline to await the freezing of the bay, which gives locals and visitors
Discover stillness and adventure on the Miramichi River On the north shore of the Miramichi River sits Black Rapids Retreat. Praised for its peaceful, quiet setting, world-famous fishing, and abundance of indoor and outdoor activities all year round. Our two renovated cabins, the Atlantic and the Pacific, await up to 16 guests (8 per cabin) with classic cottage vibes but all the modern amenities including a thermal circuit with a hot tub, barrel sauna, and 2 cold plunges to help unwind during your stay. Our Corporate Retreat packages include All-inclusive options providing beverages and meals prepared by our private cook in-house along with other additional service add-ons to get the most out of your stay at Black Rapids Retreat
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