How Canadians Govern Themselves
There are three key facts about Canada’s system of government: our country is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and…
Federal Elections
Canadians vote in elections for the people they want to represent them in the House of Commons. In each election,…
Modern Canada
TRADE AND ECONOMiC GROWTH Postwar Canada enjoyed record prosperity and material progress. The world’s restrictive trading policies in the Depression…
Canada’s History
ABORIGINAl PEOPLES When Europeans explored Canada they found all regions occupied by native peoples they called Indians, because the first…
Who We Are
Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We…
Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
Canadian citizens have rights and responsibilities. These come to us from our history, are secured by Canadian law, and reflect…
Applying for Citizenship
When you apply for citizenship, officials will check your status, verify that you are not prohibited from applying, and ensure…