One day while out for a picnic, Evan and his family went out for a picnic in Horsefly lake. While enjoying their biscuits and sweet fruits, a goose would fly over their heads. They immediately looked up and locked eyes on the goose as it flew by. 

Pointing to the goose watching it fly by, dad says " That right there, is one of many symbols that Canada holds." Evan asks " What does it represent dad?" "Well Son," says dad. " The Canada goose simply represents the beautiful wild life in Canada"

Evan and his family packed up their picnic and took a stroll down to a nearby lake. While taking a look at the lake, they noticed a beaver swimming about in the water. As it swam away, dad said " The beaver is also a symbol of Canada and a representation of its history." "How could it be a symbol of Canada?" said Evan. " Well son, in the year 1678, A Canadian made company by the name of Hudson's Bay, used beavers as their logo to show how important and hard-working the beaver is. It is also showcased on some of our coins!" As rain came over them, Evan and his family waved goodbye to the beaver and went on their way . 

While Evan and his family returned back to the car, they passed a small shop selling maple syrup. Evan asked " May we please get some maple syrup?" "Okay Evan, lets go take a look!" said mom. They walked over to the maple syrup Shop where they would be greeted by an indigenous man. "Hello! My name is Dakota. May I help you with anything?" Evan asks " Do you know why the maple leaf is on the Canadian flag?" As the rain began to pour heavier, Dakota asked "I'd love to tell you, would you like to come inside so you don't get soaked?" Dakota unlocks the door to let them in. Evan and his family all give thanks to Dakota for the invitation inside, and walk inside.

After everyone has taken a seat, Dakota says " The Canadian maple leaf has indigenous history behind it. Years ago, indigenous people valued the maple tree for its sap and all the goods to come from the tree. This would leave a memorable impression to everyone. This would not become a symbol of Canada until the 19th Century." "Wow that's cool" said Evan. Evan and his family thanked the man and went on their way back to the car. On the drive home, Evan said "I learned a lot of new things today, and more about my Canadian culture!"