About Canada |
Canada at a Glance |
2013 edition of this annual publication presents
current Canadian demographic, education, health and aging, justice, housing,
income, labour market, household, economic, travel, financial, agricultural,
international trade and environmental statistics. Updated yearly, this booklet
is a useful reference for those who want quick access to current Canadian
statistics and important international comparisons. Source: Statistics
Canada. |
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| A Crown of Maples: Constitutional Monarchy in Canada |
Updated for the Diamond Jubilee year, A Crown of
Maples makes information on the Crown in Canada available to Canadians in
an interesting and educational format. In this publication, find out more about
the history of the Crown, its current role and its symbolic importance in
Canada. Source: Canadian Heritage. |
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| Guide
to the Canadian House of Commons |
This 16-page brochure provides an overview to the
House of Commons and its role in Canada's Parliament. Source: Parliament of
Canada. |
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| Supreme Court of Canada |
This 30-page brochure is a wonderful introduction to
the creation, history, and workings of the Supreme Court of Canada. It includes
biographies of current members of the Court. Source: Supreme Court of
Canada. |
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| Supreme Court of Canada Youth Activity Book |
Let Amicus, the wise owl, guide you through this
activity book, which is a fun-filled way for you to learn about the role of the
Supreme Court of Canada in the Canadian judicial system. Source: Supreme Court
of Canada. |
Emergency Preparedness |
72 Hours: Is Your Family Prepared? |
Learn how quick and easy it is to become better
prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. Use this
guide to create your own emergency plan. Use the checklists to build a 72-hour
emergency kit. These basic steps will help you take care of yourself and your
loved ones during an emergency. Source: Public Safety Canada. |
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| 72 Hours: Is Your Family Prepared - for People with Disabilities/
Special Needs |
While disasters and emergencies affect everyone,
their impact on people with disabilities / special needs is often compounded by
factors such as reliance on electrical power, elevators, accessible
transportation and accessible communication – all of which can be
compromised in emergency situations. By taking a few simple steps today, you
can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies. These basic steps
should help you to take care of yourself and your loved ones during an
emergency. Source: Public Safety Canada. |
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| Earthquakes – What to Do? |
A detailed guide explaining what steps should be
taken before, during, and after an earthquake. Source: Public Safety
Canada. |
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| Floods – What to Do? |
A detailed guide explaining what steps should be
taken before, during, and after a flood. Source: Public Safety Canada. |
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| Power Outages – What to Do? |
A detailed guide explaining what steps should be
taken before, during, and after a power outage. Source: Public Safety
Canada. |
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| Severe Storms – What to Do? |
A detailed guide explaining what do in the event of
a blizzard, winter storm, hurricane, ice storm, storm surge, thunderstorm, or
tornado, depending on where you are at the moment. Source: Public Safety
Canada. |
Health |
The
Sensible Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy |
Captures key information about certain lifestyle
choices you can make to help ensure a healthy pregnancy. It also contains a
handy ten-month pregnancy calendar that you can personalize to help you keep
track of what week of pregnancy you are in. Each month includes interesting
facts, useful information and tips on a variety of pregnancy-related topics.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada. |
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| It's
Your Health |
A joint publication of Health Canada and the Public
Health Agency of Canada, It's Your Health is a series of over 150
articles or facts sheets covering a wide range of health and safety issues:
diseases, environment, food and nutrition, lifestyles, medical information, and
consumer products. You can also subscribe to IYH to be notified
electronically whenever an article is updated or a new article is released.
Source: Health Canada. |
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| It's way too hot! Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat |
Extreme heat is a health risk. This risk will likely
increase as our climate continues to change. To help the public prepare for
extreme heat and reduce health impacts, Health Canada has developed this
brochure using consistent and scientifically informed heat-health messages,
tailored to the needs of specific audiences. Source: Health Canada. |
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| On the Road to Quitting: Guide to Becoming a Non-Smoker |
This guide will help you to prepare and take action
to successfully stop smoking. Take the time to think about the issues and
follow the steps. Move at your own pace. If you do, you'll be able to set and
reach your goal. Source: Health Canada |
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| A Parent's Guide to Immunization |
An overview of what vaccines your baby will need,
and when. Source: Public Health Agency of Canada. |
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| You're active in the heat. You're at risk! Protect Yourself from
Extreme Heat |
Being physically active provides many health
benefits, but during extreme heat it can put you at risk even if you are
healthy. To help the public prepare for extreme heat and reduce health impacts,
Health Canada has developed this brochure using consistent and scientifically
informed heat-health messages, tailored to the needs of specific audiences.
Source: Health Canada. |
Personal Finance |
Buying Your First Home: Three Steps to Successful Mortgage
Shopping |
You can follow three steps to make sure you get the
mortgage that's best for you: figuring out what features you need and want in a
mortgage; getting pre-approved for a mortgage; and understanding your rights
when you apply for a mortgage. Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada.
Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. |
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| Choosing an Amortization Period: What Is the Impact on Your
Mortgage? |
Shows how much interest you would have to pay on a
$200,000 mortgage, depending on the monthly payment and amortization period
chosen. Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. |
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| Choosing the Right RESP |
Are you thinking about opening a Registered
Education Savings Plan (RESP) to finance your child's post-secondary education?
This pamphlet will walk you through the process. Source: Human Resources and
Skills Development Canada. |
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| The Cost of Payday Loans |
Before you decide to get a payday loan, make sure
you know and understand what happens if you cannot pay the loan back on time,
and what the costs are if you make a late payment. Source: Financial Consumer
Agency of Canada. |
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| Homebuying
Step by Step: A Consumer Guide and Workbook |
This guide provides the information you need to make
a wise homebuying decision. It also provides examples and worksheets that will
guide you through the entire homebuying process, from the moment you make the
decision to buy your own home to the moment the movers carry the first box
through the front door. Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. |
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| The Little Black Book of Scams |
The Competition Bureau has developed the Canadian
edition of The Little Black Book of Scams to increase your awareness of
the many types of fraud that target Canadians and to share some easy steps you
can take to protect yourself. Source: Competition Bureau Canada. |
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| Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster |
You have choices that can help you pay off your
mortgage faster and save a lot of money in interest charges. It all starts with
understanding how your payment is applied to the principal and interest you
owe, and the options your mortgage lender can offer you. Source: Financial
Consumer Agency of Canada. |
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| Protect Yourself From Real Estate Fraud |
In Canada, real estate fraud is not as common as
other types of fraud (such as debit or credit card fraud). But for the victims,
the financial loss can represent a significant loss – since it can mean,
in the worst case scenario, losing their home. It is important to know that
real estate fraud exists, how it happens and how you can protect yourself
against it. Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. |
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| Understanding Insurance Basics |
What you need to know before buying insurance. An
online guide from the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, an independent body
working to protect and inform consumers of financial products and services.
Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. |
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| Understanding Your Credit Report and Credit Score |
Building a good credit history is important for your
financial health. This guide can help you understand your credit report and
score, improve your credit score, correct errors in your credit report, and
more. Source: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. |
Safety and Security |
Elder Abuse: It's Time To Face The Reality |
Outlined here is basic information on how seniors
and Canadians can spot elder abuse as well as information on how to help stop
it. Source: Seniors Canada. |
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| The Little Black Book of Scams |
The Competition Bureau has developed the Canadian
edition of The Little Black Book of Scams to increase your awareness of
the many types of fraud that target Canadians and to share some easy steps you
can take to protect yourself. Source: Competition Bureau Canada. |
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| Seniors Guidebook to Safety and Security |
This information is directed towards the community
and, more specifically, seniors and their care givers in recognizing elder
abuse, safety concerns, frauds and scams. Source: Royal Canadian Mounted
Police. |
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| Social Smarts:
Privacy, the Internet and You |
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada has
created a graphic novel to help young Canadians to better understand and
navigate privacy issues in the online world. The 12-page graphic novel is
designed to appeal to tweens and younger teens. Source: The Office of the
Privacy Commissioner of Canada. |
