Canada boasts of world-class cities such as Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, and Quebec. Even though several languages are spoken in Canada, only two languages namely French and English Language are recognized as the official languages.
Even though Canada is bilingual, a significant percentage of the population has embraced the English Language as their first language. However, French is the official language in Nunavut and Quebec.
The Language Act of 1969 covers the rights of all citizens and expects manufacturers to adopt bilingual packaging on all consumer products. Each Canadian has the same access to government documents regardless of their native language.
Quebec
Quebec is a home for around eight million people with a top-class standard of living. It can be found in the eastern part of the country located.
Quebec means “where the river narrows” and derives its name from the point where the Saint Lawrence River became narrower to a cliff. As Samuel de Champlain, the French explorer arrived at Quebec in 1608, he designed an outpost for the New France administration.
Around 95% of the people in Quebec speak French. Such individuals are referred to as “Québécois.” Quebec is a Canadian province that is under-populated with more than 500,000 lakes.
Notably, historic sites made UNESCO recognize it as a heritage. The economy of the city is diversified and it’s known as the biggest exporter of maple syrup worldwide. Tourists that have plans to visit Quebec should hone their French for smooth communication.
Ontario
Ontario is unarguably the most populous province in the Northern American country. It is situated in central Canada and has a large landmass compared to other provinces. Toronto which is the capital city of Ontario is Canada’s financial hub. The English language is widely spoken in Ontario.
Ontario is adorned with stunning lakes and forests apart from the popular Niagara Falls. It offers quality education, sporting, and healthcare facilities to its teeming population. Investors and job seekers throng into the province because there has access to ample opportunities.
Ontario’s cultural heritage can be traced to immigrants. For instance, the Caribbean cultural festival which often attracts over 1.2 million people annually was born from the innate desires of a foreign community that wanted to showcase their culture to the world.
The cultural festival has become an event that attracts people from different countries.
