Title: 150 Years of Stats Canada!: A Guide to Canada's Greatest CountryAuthor: Julia Davidovich
Publisher: Penguin Books Canada
Genres: Non-Fiction
Publication Date: June 6, 2017
Rating:
Canada's funniest online sensation is back to celebrate the country's 150th anniversary--bigger, bolder, and only 10% reused material!
Want to know what the hottest new Canadian apps are? Need a handy chart to help you decide what Can-Con music to listen to? How about the top Google searches across the nation? In this handy guide to Canada, the tireless experts at @stats_canada reveal all the must-know quirks from coast to coast to frigid coast.From helpful tips on the Vancouver housing market to planning the ultimate Montreal bachelor party, Stats Can is on the case. And discover just how Canadian you are with the official checklist, not to mention the Tim Hortons etiquette quiz.
With crucial updates about Canada on its big birthday, and all the stats, charts, and graphs to back them up, 150 Years of Stats Canada! is the perfect way to celebrate everything we love about this great country.Disclaimer: still 100.6% not affiliated with Statistics Canada
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
✼ We may earn an affiliate commission if you make a purchase through links on our site.
150 Years of Stats Canada!:A Guide to Canada’s Greatest COuntry
150 Years of Stats Canada by Julia Davidovich might appeal to you if you have followed Stats Canada on Twitter, and not the actual Stats Canada, the parody account, you will already have an idea of what this book is all about. There are some funny moments that poke fun at all things Canadian, and while I did find myself chuckling a few times, there were also a few groaners. As with any satirical work, there is a tendency to go a bit too far and I found that some of the jokes were a bit offensive.
❀ Some Humorous Elements
At first glance, and from the synopsis we are given a taste of what this book has in store for its readers. The top Google searches are hilarious, and I won’t spoil them here, as it is best to read them for yourself. There are also quite a few laugh-out loud Canadian Tire jokes that will have you reminiscing about your own experiences in Canada’s infamous store. Not only that, if you aren’t familiar with the Canadian tuxedo, the Stats Canada authors have got you covered.
❀ Many Hypothetical Stories
Sometimes the book contains hypothetical stories, such as the Montréal bachelor party, that are a little bit over the top and are not my cup of tea. One person’s sense of humour (mine), may not be the same as another’s, and I just don’t find vulgarity funny. Also, there were some jokes about Canada’s first female political activists and I really found this section to be in poor taste and was quite offended. There are other examples that I can name, but I think that these two examples give an idea of what to expect.
❀ perfect for twitter fans
150 Years of Stats Canada! by Julia Davidovich is perfect for anyone who enjoys satire and has an open sense of humour. Canadians have an interesting and unique culture that can be humorous at times. If you have enjoyed following Stats Canada on Twitter, then I encourage you to pick it up.
About Lori
Avid reader. Contributor to The Candid Cover. Educator.
Sounds like an interesting read! Everyone has a Canadian Tire or Tim Hortons story. By the way, why does every Canadian Tire store have that certain smell? 😂
According to the authors, yes! It is definitely worth checking out for some of those funny Canadian themed jokes. Now that I think of it, I have quite a few of my own stories. lol
I will admit to knowing nothing about Canada, so I am intrigued. It is like Paris for me. Interesting and exciting and I hope to visit. Maybe reading this book will appease me enough until I actually make it there one day!
Adding to my GR! Being a Canucker, this one appeals to me greatly.
I am not from Canada but I do love learning about different states and countries. thanks for the review