Tell Us About Your Personality, and We’ll Match You to a Very Canadian Tattoo

By: Ashley Linkletter

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

When it comes to finding inspiration for a Canadian tattoo, the ideas and images that come to mind are endless. Perhaps you're into the idea of Justin Trudeau riding a unicorn or a "Made In Canada" stamp or a simple, small maple leaf. You can believe us when we say there's a uniquely Canadian tattoo just for you (and every other citizen of the country, if they decided to get one). Tattoos are deeply personal, or they can be the result of a wild night out on the town, but either way, they usually offer a glimpse into the character and interests of the person sporting them.

This quiz will ask you about different aspects of your personality. There will be some straightforward questions, and then there will be some with a bit more nuance. All of them will help us determine which amazing Canadian tattoo you already have or are definitely going to get after taking this quiz. All you'll need to do is figure out where you want to put it — would a tattoo of Prince Charles look better on your foot or your bicep? What if it was a tattoo of your favourite Great Lake? Or a butter tart inside a heart? Or "sea to shining sea" in your grandfather's handwriting?

See what we mean about Canadian tattoos?

There is literally a Canadian tattoo for every taste, body part, age range and colour palette. Can we accurately match your personality to a very special Canadian tattoo design?

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When you're first introduced to a group of people, do you tend to lead the conversation or do you listen to what others have to say?

I like to lead the conversation.

I listen to what others have to say and encourage good ideas whenever I hear one.
I'm a passive listener, but I'm always listening.

I lead and I listen — anything to stay in the conversation!

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You're enjoying a lazy Sunday afternoon, binge watching your favourite show on Netflix. What are you watching?

"Kim's Convenience"

"Planet Earth II"
"The Crown"

"Anne with an E"

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While introversion and extroversion don't necessarily dictate your personality type, they do have an influence on it. Would you consider yourself an introvert or an extrovert?

An introvert — being alone in a natural setting is the best.

An extrovert
An introvert, but I enjoy being out with my friends

An extrovert — I love going out with friends and being seen!

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Depending on your personality type, you might like to spend money compulsively or you might like to plan your financial decisions to the last cent. Are you compulsive or frugal with money?

Frugal — I never deviate from what's absolutely necessary.

I'm compulsive, mostly when it comes to clothing.
I always have lots of money to spend, but I hold back because I don't want to look frivolous.

I enter a store with the best intentions but end up coming out with a shopping cart full of frivolous purchases.

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A change would do you good (maybe). Do you rise to the occasion when change is in the air?

I've seen so much change in my lifetime that I feel immune to its effects.

I rise to the challenge and embrace change.
No, change is very difficult for me.

It takes some time for me to adjust, but I adapt over time.

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Did you do well in school growing up, or was it a challenge?

My grades were adequate, but I always had my head in the clouds.

I earned good grades in all my courses.
I had the best tutors available to help me, so school was a breeze.

I was a poor student in math and science, but I loved art and music class.

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What's a more likely scenario for you: losing your temper or being passive-aggressive?

I'm a master at being passive-aggressive.

I lose my temper very easily.
I don't believe anger is a useful emotion.

It might take a bit of poking, but I've been known to lose my temper.

All you have to do is think about this particular thing for 10 seconds, and you're crying. What is this super-sad subject?

Cancer

Death of a loved one
When my favourite sports team loses

Climate change

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Your friend suggests attending a poetry-writing class once a week. How do you respond?

Enthusiastically! I grew up reading the classics.

Excitedly! I've been looking for some good songwriting tips.
I'm not interested.

I don't need classes; nature is my classroom.

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Lots of people like to express themselves through their clothing choices. How would you describe your sense of style?

Iridescent and inspired by nature

Jeans, T-shirt, a belt and sneakers — that's my daily uniform.
Classic and refined

Very hip!

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If you already have tattoos, how old were you when you got them?

16

I don't have any tattoos.
19

23

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Everyone has a spirit animal — you just may not know it yet. If you had to choose one of the following animals found in Canada, which would it be?

Canada goose

Loon
Beaver

Elk

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There's a season for every personality, the time of year you feel happiest. What's your season?

Fall

Summer
Winter

Spring

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There's no denying how much your family life can shape your personality. Do you get along with your immediate family?

Yes, and it's because we only see one another once a year.

Not my parents, but I consider my friends to be family.
No, but I try to get along for appearance's sake.

Yes, I have a big family that's super close.

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When it's your turn, do you pick "truth" or "dare"?

Dare, always

Truth — I'm a very open person.
I never, ever play "Truth or Dare."

Dare — you never know what will happen!

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You've recently started a new personality-based eating plan. What kind of diet are you following?

Whole 30

Raw vegan
Keto

No sugar

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One day, you hope to follow your passion and work at your dream job. What can you see yourself doing?

Car mechanic

Rock star
Astronomer

Member of Parliament

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Have you ever been accused of being a flirt?

Yes, I flirt with everyone.

Only with people I already know
Absolutely not — I have better things to do.

If I'm very attracted to someone

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When you read the words of this classic Canadian author, it's as if you're reading your own thoughts — who is this author?

Stephen Leacock

Margaret Atwood
Margaret Laurence

Leonard Cohen

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When you need to make a tough decision, what does your typical thought process look like?

I ask others for their opinions but ultimately use my own judgement.

I consult my horoscope.
I make a pros and cons list.

I consult my Magic 8 Ball.

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Some people think that an aura reveals truths about your personality. What colour would your aura be?

Red

Royal blue
Green

Violet

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When you see live music, do you prefer big concerts or intimate performances?

Large concerts (preferably outdoors)

Large stadium concerts
Large concerts, but I also enjoy the occasional intimate experience

Intimate concerts

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You're having trouble falling asleep — how do you relax?

I get up and make a list of all the thoughts I'm having.

I count sheep.
I recite the names of the provinces, the territories and their capitals.

I listen to some relaxing music.

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Depending on your personality, you might enjoy adventurous outdoor activities or leisurely strolls in nature. What do you like to do most when you're outside?

I like to take my dogs for a walk.

I like to watch the stars through a telescope.
I love to play hockey on an outdoor ice rink.

Anything involving my seasonal ski pass!

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The organisation you volunteer for is for a cause very close to your heart. Where do you volunteer?

Terry Fox Foundation

David Suzuki Foundation
At an organic farm co-op

As a guitar teacher for an afterschool program

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Siblings can have a big effect on your personality. How many did you have, growing up?

One or none

Five or more
Two

Three

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You see someone being harassed on the bus. How do you respond?

I call out the perpetrator in front of everyone and demand they get off the bus.

I tell the bus driver to pull over and kick the person off.
Nothing — I don't like to interfere with explosive situations.

I politely ask the bully to stop.

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If you could go on an all-expenses-paid vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go?

Australia

England
Greenland

Ireland

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Your friends surprise you with a gift certificate to go skydiving. How do you respond?

I surprise them by going along with it.

I'll try anything once.
There's absolutely no way I'm skydiving.

I don't want to do it, but I eventually give in to my friends' pleas.

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A person's sleeping habits can be a big part of their personality — are you a night owl or an early riser?

Very early riser

Night owl
Night owl and very late sleeper

I go to bed at a reasonable time and get up fairly early.

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