the longer i live here in the states, the more i realize how different canada is from its neighbour. first of all, i’ve noticed that americans say AMERICA, while we tend to use THE STATES. last winter i learned that a “toque” is a canadian thing after realizing my friend had no idea what i was referring to. here they would call it a winter hat or something, which to me doesn’t capture it quite that well. i mean, a toque is a TOQUE. and today i was surprised to learn that ketchup and all-dressed flavoured potato chips are also a canadian thing! life without ketchup flavoured potato chips?? it’s so odd. i’ll have to bring some the next time i cross the border and share with my american friends.