# Canada's Resources explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by James McIntyre.

## What happens

The poem celebrates Canada's vast natural resources, fertile land, and industrial potential, asserting that the nation, rooted in Anglo-Saxon heritage and British blood, will grow into a mighty and prosperous country guided by patriotic leaders.

## Themes in this chapter

### Local Patriotism and Regional Pride

The poem exalts Canada's resources and future greatness, urging patriotic pride and loyalty to the nation.

### Progress and Technology

Mentions of railroads, canals, furnaces, forges, and looms underscore the theme of industrial and technological advancement.

## Key lines

> Small Scotland nobly held its own Against the might of England’s throne, And shall this land with its vast bounds Shrink with fear ere the trumpet sounds.

Just as Scotland bravely resisted England, Canada should not be timid in the face of challenges.

_Draws a parallel between Scottish resilience and Canadian potential._

> With fertile acres by the billions, Future homes for two hundred millions.

Canada's billions of fertile acres can support a future population of two hundred million people.

_Highlights the vast agricultural capacity of the land._

> One of great nations under sun, A mightier race it yet will run.

Canada is already a great nation, but it will become even more powerful in the future.

_Expresses optimism about Canada's destiny._

## Links

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