Book Description

The most reliable, up-to-date and authoritative information on Canada and the world that covers: Current events of 2003—were you there? The people of Canada, with the latest census information – see where you fit! Facts and figures on the Canadian economy—perfect for your school project! Canadian geography and history—your town or relatives might be famous! Canadian politics with recent election results—whom did you vote for? Business, finance and labour news—find out what "GDP" really means Famous Canadians—get to know them! The perfect travel companion with lists of arts and music festivals—don’t leave home without it! CANADA AND THE WORLD News events of 2003—from the war in Iraq to the SARS epidemic The scoop on entertainment news—music, theatre, literature, movies and TV Sports—from the NHL to the NBA, the winners and losers of 2003 Science—what’s cooking in the labs and what’s the buzz from outer space The world at your fingertips—global geography, population statistics, governments, economic data, plus a survey of world history AND MUCH, MUCH MORE