What are examples of Canadiana?
I've been very interested in digging deeper into Canadian culture lately. I'm Canadian, but I feel like I don't have as good of a grasp on our cultural symbols, icons, legends, etc. compared to the cultures of other countries that are super prevalent in our media (England, the US).
In the US, Americana) is described as "any collection of materials and things concerning or characteristic of the United States or of the American people, and is representative or even stereotypical of American culture as a whole." I find it easy to think of examples of Americana, like:
- Blue jeans
- Baseball, football
- Cowboys
- Apple pie, hot dogs
- Jazz, rock n roll, blues
- Ralph Lauren-style college prep
I find it less easy to think of examples of Canadiana.
What elements of Canadian culture do you think embody Canadiana? Are there any strong cultural symbols that really stand out to you?