Pre-1500
Indigenous nations
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples inhabit the land for millennia.
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Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, making it the second-largest country by total area, with the longest coastline of any country. Its border with the United States is the longest international land border. The country is characterized by a wide range of both meteorologic and geological regions. With a population of over 41 million, it has widely varying population densities, with the majority residing in its urban areas and large areas being sparsely populated. Its capital is Ottawa and its three largest metropolitan areas are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Wikipedia
Economic indicators: World Bank Open Data (2025).
Points-based permanent residence system (CRS). Category draws for healthcare, trades, STEM and French speakers.
Provinces nominate workers for in-demand occupations; adds 600 CRS points.
Employer-specific permit after a Labour Market Impact Assessment.
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First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples inhabit the land for millennia.
Samuel de Champlain establishes Québec City.
The Dominion of Canada is formed.
Canada patriates its constitution and adopts the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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