Translation Canada
Translation Services Canada
At LingoStar we are proud to call Canada home. We serve corporate and individual clients from the west coast of British Columbia to the easternmost reaches of Newfoundland. All across Canada you can count on our language expertise and our vast knowledge of Canadian culture and business practices. No matter what your translation need is in Canada, LingoStar can help!
Canada - A Multicultural Nation
In Canada there are many multicultural events and celebrations. In fact it is one of the most multicultural countries in the world with more than 200 ethnic groups and about a quarter of the population born in other countries. The most notable events to the immigration policies in Canada throughout history were the Immigration Act 1976 and the Refugee Protection Act 2002, both designed to help immigrants enter the country safely and legally. As a result, Canada offers great opportunities for language learners, business ventures, and cultural experiences.
Languages in Canada
The official languages of Canada are English and French, although English is more widely spoken. Official and government services must be available to the public in both languages in Canada. Nearly 60% of the population is native in English, and almost 25% are French native speakers. Around 20% of the population is native in other languages.
The majority of French speakers reside in the provinces of Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick. Canadian French has developed as a dialect that is unique in its vocabulary and pronunciation from its European counterpart. Canadian French native speakers are passionate about maintaining the language’s status in Canadian culture. Canadian English has more common pronunciation and vocabulary with American English, but more common spelling with British English.
The most-spoken non-official languages in Canada are Cantonese, Italian, German, Punjabi, and Spanish. In fact, over 140 spoken languages have been identified in the average Canadian city.
History of Canada
Canada was discovered by French and British explorers in the late 15th century. The French settled at the Saint Lawrence River and began to trade with the First Nations. France extended the colonization, and in 1608 they founded what is now known as Quebec City. During this same period, Britain invaded Canadian territories and triggered a colonial dispute with France. The long dispute ended in 1763, when Britain took over colonization after the Seven Years’ War.
On July 1st, 1867, the British North America Act was passed by the British Parliament and Canada officially became a country. The Canadian government is based on British law and the parliamentary system of government. The French emigrants who stayed have fought ever since to keep their culture and language intact throughout the country.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada
