The National Symbols of Canada
The national symbols of Canada for the citizenship test: maple leaf, beaver, flag, coat of arms, Crown, Parliament, the RCMP, and the official sports.
Well-known symbols of Canada include the maple leaf, the beaver, the flag, the coat of arms, the Crown, the Parliament buildings, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Hockey and lacrosse are the country's official sports. For the citizenship test, you should be able to recognize and name these symbols.
The symbols to know
Several symbols come up often in test questions. Here they are grouped together to help you memorize them.
- The maple leaf, the country's best-known image
- The beaver, tied to the history of the fur trade
- The Canadian flag, with its red maple leaf
- The coat of arms and the Crown, a symbol of government
- The Parliament buildings, in Ottawa
- The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
The Crown, a symbol of government
The Crown represents government in Canada. It appears on official documents, badges, and public buildings. This symbol reflects the role of the monarchy in the Canadian political system.
The official sports
Canada has two official sports. Hockey is the official winter sport, and lacrosse is the official summer sport. This is a simple but common question, so keep the winter and summer pair firmly in mind.
What to remember for the test
Symbols are often tested with recognition questions. The Canadian flag is one of the most important, but you should also know the others. For an overview, see the guide Canada Explained, then practise with our timed practice exams.
Frequently asked questions
What are Canada's main symbols? Well-known symbols include the maple leaf, the beaver, the flag, the coat of arms, the Crown, the Parliament buildings, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
What are Canada's official sports? Hockey is Canada's official winter sport, and lacrosse is the official summer sport.
What does the Crown represent in Canada? The Crown is a symbol of government in Canada.