English Canadian facts for kids
English Americans and English Canadians as percent of population by state and province.
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| Total population | |
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| 17,882,775 (2006; English mother tongue, including multiple responses) 6,320,085 English ethnicity (including multiple responses) 1,098,930 English ethnicity (single responses only) |
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| Regions with significant populations | |
| Throughout Canada, minority in Quebec | |
| Languages | |
| English | |
| Religion | |
| Protestant, but also Catholicism and Irreligion | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| English Americans and other English diaspora, Scottish Canadians and other British Canadians, Old Stock Canadians |
English Canadians (French: Canadiens anglais or Canadiennes anglaises) are people in Canada who are either of English background or who speak English. They are often called Anglo-Canadians. This term is mostly used to tell them apart from French Canadians. Canada is a country with two official languages, English and French.
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Who are English Canadians?
English Canadians can mean two things. First, it can describe people in Canada whose families originally came from England. This means they have an English ethnic background. Second, it can also mean any Canadian who speaks English as their main language. This includes people from many different backgrounds who live in Canada and speak English.
English and French in Canada
Canada is special because it has two official languages: English and French. This means that government services, signs, and many other things are available in both languages. English Canadians are part of the large English-speaking community in Canada. French Canadians are part of the French-speaking community. These two groups have helped shape Canada's history and culture.
Where do English Canadians live?
English-speaking Canadians live all across Canada. They form the majority of the population in most provinces and territories. However, in the province of Quebec, French is the main language. In Quebec, English Canadians are a smaller group, but they still have a strong presence.
What languages do they speak?
The main language spoken by English Canadians is English. This is a type of English that has some unique words and pronunciations, but it is very similar to English spoken in other parts of the world. Many English Canadians also learn French, especially those who live in areas where both languages are common.
What religions do they follow?
Historically, many English Canadians were Protestant. This means they belonged to Christian churches like the Anglican Church or the United Church. Today, English Canadians follow many different religions. Some are Catholic, while others have no religious beliefs at all. Canada is a country where people are free to practice any religion they choose.
See also
In Spanish: Anglocanadienses para niños
Images for kids
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The Canadian flag flying at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, located at Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Christ Church Cathedral, Fredericton, construction began in 1845
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The Jack Pine by Tom Thomson
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Tommy Douglas (centre left).
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Painting of Loyalist heroine Laura Secord by Mildred Peel
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