OAS Holiday Trivia

What is the most famous winter festival held annually in Ottawa, Canada?

• Winterlude

• Snowfest

• Winter Carvinal

• Ice on the Hill

Answer explanation

This coming year from Fri, Jan 31, 2025 – Mon, Feb 17, 2025

What is the name of the winter sport that combines cross-country skiing with shooting?

• Ski Jumping

• Biathlon

• Skeet Shooting

• Alpine Skiing

Which famous Canadian singer released the popular Christmas Album "Under the Mistletoe"?

• Justin Bieber

• Michael Buble

• Drake

• Bryan Adams

Answer explanation

Released 2011

Which northern community sees weeks of winter darkness?

• Whitehorse

• Iqaluit

• Yellowknife

• Alert

What is the name of the winter holiday light display held annually in Vancouver?

• Light up Stanley Park

• Holiday Lights Festival

• VanDusen Garden Festival of Lights

• Winter Glow

Answer explanation

This year from November 29 to January 5

What is the province that hosts the annual "Festival du Voyageur" which celebrates French-Canadian heritage and winter traditions?

• Ontario

• Quebec

• New Brunswick

• Manitoba

Answer explanation

This coming year from Feb. 13 - 23

How many sides does a snowflake have?

• 6

• 5

• 4

• 3

Which city is home to the Polar Bear Club, an event where participants plunge into icy waters to raise money for charity?

• St. John's

• Victoria

• Windsor

• Halifax

What do moose eat in the winter?

• Grass

• Insects

• Twigs

• Maple syrup

The record for the greatest snowfall in one day occurred in which city?

• Kugaaruk, Nunavut

• Snag, Yukon

• Tahtsa Lake, British Columbia

• Markerville, Alberta

Answer explanation

145cm (57in) on Feb 11, 1999