🇨🇦Canada is the second largest country in the world and has a diverse population.
🌲The fur trade played a significant role in Canada's early economy and colonization.
⚔️The French and British fought for control of Canada during the Seven Years War and the War of 1812.
🍁Canada gained independence from the UK in 1982, but the monarchy remains ceremonial.
📚Quebec has a strong French influence and has had two referendums on independence.
What is Canada's position in terms of land area?
—Canada is the second largest country in the world by land area, after Russia.
What was the fur trade and why was it important?
—The fur trade involved trading animal pelts, especially beaver pelts, which were highly valued for making hats and luxury clothing in Europe.
What were the major conflicts in Canada's history?
—The French and British fought for control of Canada during the Seven Years War and the War of 1812. Canada also participated in both World Wars.
When did Canada gain independence?
—Canada gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1982 with the passage of the Canada Act.
What is the status of Quebec within Canada?
—Quebec has a distinct French culture and language and has had two referendums to decide on independence from Canada, both of which were narrowly defeated.
00:00Introduction to Canada's rich history and significance as the second largest nation on earth.
02:26The Vikings were the first known non-native people to settle in Canada around 1000 AD.
04:28The French and British fought for control of Canada, leading to the Seven Years War and the War of 1812.
06:18Canada gained independence from the UK in 1982, but the monarchy remains ceremonial.
08:46Quebec has a strong French influence and has had two referendums on independence.
