In this article we are going to explore the fascinating world of English Canada, a topic that has captured the attention of many over the years. English Canada is a concept that has sparked great debates and discussions in various fields, from science and technology to popular culture and society in general. Knowing more about English Canada will allow us to better understand its impact on our lives and the world around us. Throughout this article, we will examine the different aspects of English Canada, from its origin and evolution to its current and future implications. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and learning about English Canada.
English-speaking population, territory, culture, or society within Canada
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Approximately 98 percent of Canadians can speak either or both English and French:
English – 56.9%
English and French – 16.1%
French – 21.3%
Sparsely populated area ( < 0.4 persons per km2)
English Canada comprises that part of the population within Canada, whether of British origin or otherwise, that speaks English.
The term English Canada is also used for any of the following:
Describing all the provinces of Canada that have an anglophone majority. This is every province except Quebec. When used in this way, English Canada is often referred to as the "ROC" (rest of Canada). This type of usage excludes French-speaking areas in English-majority provinces like the East and North of New Brunswick, Northern and Eastern Ontario, Saint-Boniface and the few small pockets of French localities in Western Canada. It also excludes areas where a third language is widely spoken, such as German, Russian or First Nations languages.
When discussing the culture, values and lifestyles of English-speaking Canadians as opposed to those of French-speaking Canadians. This usage is most often employed to compare English- and French-language literature, media, art and institutions.
When discussing the Two Solitudes, in which English Canada (i.e. the anglophones of Canada) is one of two founding nations of Canada along with French Canada (i.e. the francophones of Canada), and in which these two societies share a country but rarely communicate with each other. The term was often used during the conscription crisis. The population whose native language is neither English nor French are often included into one of the two official languages or are classified as allophones.
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