Canada is situated in North America and extends from the Pacific Ocean to the west to the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It borders the United States in the south and extends north to the Arctic Ocean. The History of Canada goes back to thousands of years when it was inhabited by aboriginal people. The name Canada comes from the native Iroquoian word 'kanata' meaning a village or a settlement.
The first European power to establish a permanent settlement in Canada was the French. Samuel de Champlain, the French explorer established the first European permanent settlement at Port Royal in 1605. Quebec City was established in 1608. The British established fishing outposts in Newfoundland in 1610. The French created New France but it was lost to the British. From the New France the province of Quebec was created by Royal Proclamation in 1763. In 1791 the Province of Quebec was divided into Upper Canada and Lower Canada. In 1840 the provinces were joined and formed the Province of Canada.
Through the Act of Confederation in 1867 modern Canada was founded with the provinces of Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Other provinces joined later and the last province to join was Newfoundland in 1949. It emerged as one of the highly industrialized nations in the world.
Canada is the second largest country in the world and the climate varies in different regions. The winters are harsh in Canada especially in the interiors while the coastal areas have temperatures in the low 20 degrees centigrade. The Architecture in Canada features aboriginal and European features. The European architecture features Neoclassical, Gothic Revival, Second Empire Style, Romanesque Revival, Queen Anne Style, Tudor Style, Modern Classicism and International Style.
The Cuisine in Canada features native cooking methods and European styles of cooking. English Canada cuisine is influenced by British cuisine while French Canada's cuisine is influenced by French cuisine. Canada' cuisine features fresh seasonal and game products. To experience the rich Culture of Canada take part or see the various Festivals and Events in Canada. There re numerous Theater Festivals, Art Festivals, Music Festivals and Events, Food and Wine Festivals, Heritage Festivals and Sporting Events and Festivals held all through the year.
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