Star light, star bright, the #LyridMeteorShower may not be the first star you see tonight but it’s sure to brighten the sky! April 22nd is set to be the best night to see the stars as they shoot across #Canada ! Have you seen the Lyrid shower before? 🌟💫

A 2SLGBTQI+ population fact: 4.4% of the Canadian population aged 15 years and older, reported being 2SLGBTQI+
That’s 1.3 million people. Find more statistics on youth and the 2SLGBTQ+ communities: ow.ly/Ixi450Rfkqv

'Poetry is just the evidence of life. If your life is burning well, poetry is just the ash.' – The late Canadian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist, Leonard Cohen of #Montreal . What are your thoughts? 💭

Get your green thumbs ready because today is #GardeningDay ! Did you know that #Canada has plant hardiness zones, letting you know what will grow in your area?

Find your zone: planthardiness.gc.ca/?m=1 🌱

Calling all budding botanists! The #OrchidShow at the Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse has arrived! With 1,500+ orchids on display, visitors can expect some of the most stunning flowers Canada has to offer. The show is on until April 29th, which orchid do you want to see? 🀣

Tonight the #CNTower will be lit red for National Wildlife Week / Ce soir, la #TourCN sera illuminée en rouge pour la Semaine nationale de la faune

Today is the International Day of Human Space Flight! We celebrate our Canadian space program and the growth, development & innovation that has brought us to where we are today. Let's keep reaching for the Moon and the stars. Ad astra! 🚀

Photo: NASA

#Spring in Canada is beautiful, albeit a bit rainy. #BC is Canada’s rainiest province, with the coastal cities receiving the most rainfall. #VancouverIsland holds the one-day rainfall record, with 489mm having fallen in a single day! #FunFactFriday 🌧️☔ 📷unsplash/rbota

Summer McIntosh sets the pace at the Canadian Swimming Open! 🏊‍♀️💨

The 17-year-old swam the world's fastest 200m freestyle time (1:54.21) this year. 💪

📸 AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko

'As you go through life, you've got to see the valleys as well as the peaks.' – #Canadian singer-songwriter, Neil Young from #Toronto . ⛰️

#ThursdayThoughts

On #NationalSiblingDay we’re celebrating the dynamic duo of speedskaters: Charles and Francois Hamelin! ⛸️⚡

These short track legends have competed together, stood on podiums together, and even won an Olympic gold medal together.🥇

📸 1/2: Canadian Press
📸 3: Jeff Bough

As the sacred month of Ramadan comes to a close, it is time to welcome #EidAlFitr celebrations. To all Muslims in Canada and around the world, Eid Mubarak!

Read Minister Khera’s statement here: canada.ca/en/canadian-he…

#FarmAnimalDay highlights the important role #FarmAnimals play in Canada. From providing staples like meat and milk to companionship and labour, these animals are important to us all. Did you know #farms cover 6.2% of Canada’s land? What’s your favourite farm animal? 🐓🐮🐷

Yesterday's full solar eclipse was incredible! 🤩

⇩ Show us your photos!

From now until April 14th, join Whistler, #BritishColumbia in celebrating the spectacular World Ski & Snowboard Festival! A celebration of arts, culture, music, and of course sports! Hit the slopes, try yoga, engage in après activities, and more!🏂⛷️

During the total solar eclipse this afternoon, temporary darkness will sweep across many cities and towns in Canada.

Perfect for those who enjoy learning and sweets, the #MapleSyrup Museum of #Ontario gives visitors a comprehensive look into the history of maple syrup in #Canada ! Learn about consumption, production, and more! What would you want to know? 🍁

#NationalTartanDay celebrates the heritage of Scottish Canadians and the signing of the Scottish declaration of independence. Most provinces and territories have a distinct #tartan , with colours chosen to represent each region. Did you know #Canada has an official tartan? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦

Yesterday, on April 4, the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa was illuminated in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Did you see it? #1NATO75Years #WeAreNATO

Crossing the border into Canada to witness the solar eclipse on April 8?

Pack your passport and your eclipse shades, check border wait times, and brush up on our travel tips!

cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/…