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  Canada, the country with the most lakes in the world

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  Canada concentrates 60 % of the world's natural lakes and 9% of its territory covered with fresh water. It contains more than 20% of the world's fresh water. It is the country with the largest number of natural lakes in the world, and it is followed by Russia and the United States. Natural lakes, like those found throughout Canada, form in mountainous regions and rift zones, as well as in areas of glaciation - all of these regions occur naturally in this country.

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  The incredible flavor of Maple Syrup

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  You want to know everything about Maple syrup, find all the useful information on this very particular dish straight from Canada.

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  Focus on Quebec gastronomy

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  In the past, Quebec's culinary identity was considered poor and non-existent. Today, this country has the characteristics of a rich and diverse cuisine. It has several culinary specialties which are very popular. So, to learn more about Quebec gastronomy, we invite you to read this article.

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  How is maple sap harvested?

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  L'maple water is water that comes from a tree, thesugar maple. To get Maple syrup, maple syrup producers notch the tree and collect the sap, which is mainly composed of water. Indeed, experts estimate that the amount ofmaple water containing sap is approximately 98%.

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  How to replace white sugar with maple syrup?

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  White sugar is found in many culinary recipes. However, there are many reasons for replacing it with maple syrup. Whether it is to take advantage of a healthier product, to reduce the caloric rate in recipes or to highlight a refined taste, this substitution is entirely possible. Discover through this article what are the specificities of each ingredient and how to replace them.

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  All about cranberry harvesting in Canada

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  This fruit, which represents Canada very well, is endemic to North America. This red and sour berry is widely cultivated in Quebec and British Columbia. Only the American cranberry or large-fruited cranberry varieties are used for trade.

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  Main products grown in Canada

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  Whatever the country, agriculture is one of the pillars of the national economy. The same is true for Canada, where agriculture plays a very important role. True, only 7 % of the country's land area is used for cultivation, but that does not hinder Canada's productivity. Indeed, thousands of products are grown there every year, including corn, canola and fruit.

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  Maple taffy, an authentic Canadian tradition

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  Maple taffy is a Canadian tradition, and more specifically in Quebec. Maple syrup is heated and condensed, before being poured over snow. We thus obtain soft confectionery, which is eaten with a spoon or like a lollipop. Find out more about this Canadian candy below.

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  Maple syrup classes

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  Discover the different grading of maple syrup which are based on color and taste. It allows you to choose the maple syrup according to its use.

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  The Canadian-American Great Lakes region

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  This region is made up of 5 lakes which cover a total area of 244,100 square kilometres. The latter are known as the largest group of lakes in the world after Lake Baikal which is located in Russia. The surroundings of the Canadian-American Great Lakes attract many hikers and tourists because of the beautiful landscapes they offer. Discover some necessary information to know in this article if you want to visit the places.

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  Is Cranberry Juice Effective For High Blood Pressure

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  According to statistics published in 2006 and 2007, one in five Canadians suffers from hypertension and 22.7 % of Canadian adults over the age of 20 have diagnosed hypertension (either or both of these numbers are high). 17 % of hypertensive patients remain unaware of their state of health. Often, it is possible to keep blood pressure under control through a lifestyle based on a balanced diet. According to a recent study, regularly consuming cranberry or cranberry juice reduces high blood...

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  Jasper National Park in Canada

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  With over 740,000 acres of rugged beauty, Jasper National Park of Canada is the largest among the national parks in the Canadian Rockies. Here you'll find some of the most spectacular views on the planet and a plethora of wildlife, including grizzly bears, wolves and elk. The best part is that you can explore this beautiful landscape without crowds!

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  Icewine from Quebec and Canada

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  the ice wine is a wine made from frozen grapes also called late harvest. These wines have a very high concentration of residual sugar and are balanced by their acidity.

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  The Carré Saint-Louis and its houses in Montreal

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  Once in Montreal, it is difficult to miss Carré Saint-Louis or Square Saint-Louis. Located in the heart of the Plateau-Mont-Royal borough between avenue des Pins and rue Sherbrooke, Square Saint-Louis has it all. In addition to being easily accessible, it is full of splendid places not to be missed. Among them we can cite the surprising colorful houses with Victorian architecture.

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  Canada's maple syrup cookie recipe

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  Maple syrup is an emblematic product of Canada. If it is popularly eaten topped with pancakes, crepes or waffles, several recipes can also be made with it. Today we share with you some Canadian maple syrup cookie recipes.

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  Maple sugar, a super antioxidant

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  And yes, sugar when it's maple, is a super antioxidant. Indeed, it is composed of more than 20 antioxidant compounds, and it even steals the show from honey by being up to 5 times more effective than it.

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  Why do Canadians build their homes out of wood?

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  But it's not just a question of availability, there are practical and economic reasons why Canadians prefer wood for their homes. It dates back to early French and British settlers who used local resources to construct homes and buildings. Nonetheless, wood is a building material with several advantages, making it a natural choice for builders and homeowners. Even today, wood continues to be a very popular building material throughout the country.

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  Discover the benefits of Cranberries

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  Cranberries are small, red, hard, round fruits, the flavor of which is described by many as being both bitter and sour. They grow on vines in freshwater bogs, primarily in the northern United States and southern Canada.

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  Canadian beers

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  Canadians consume an average of 78 liters of beer per person per year and Canada ranks 25th among brewers in the world. Sleeman, Molson, Keith, Labatt and Oland have been popular names with heavy beer drinkers for generations. But, over the course of a few years, the sale of beer lost market share in Canada, unlike that in Quebec, which experienced a slight increase.

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  What are the Canadian holidays?

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  Each country has its own set of holidays: let's take a look at those of Canada through the seasons in this article. Only 5 public holidays are celebrated nationally: Christmas and New Year's Day, Good Friday, Labor Day and Canada Day. Each province or region then has its own calendar of festivities. Groundhog Festival or Winter Carnival, you will see that some Canadian celebrations are not lacking in originality.

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