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Here's a brief overview of the history of Canada:

**Indigenous Peoples**

Before European exploration and colonization, Canada was inhabited by various Indigenous peoples,
including the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis. These diverse groups had rich cultures, languages, and
traditions, and they lived in harmony with the land for thousands of years.

**European Exploration and Early Settlement (16th-18th Century)**

European exploration of Canada began in the late 15th century with John Cabot's voyages. In the 16th
and 17th centuries, French and British explorers, traders, and settlers arrived in Canada, establishing
trading posts and colonies. The French established colonies in present-day Quebec and the Maritimes,
while the British claimed territories in the Atlantic coast and later expanded into the interior.

**French-British Rivalry and British North America (18th Century)**

The struggle for control between France and Britain in North America culminated in the Seven Years'
War (1756-1763), with Britain gaining control of most of Canada through the Treaty of Paris in 1763. The
British renamed their new territories British North America and began to consolidate their control over
the region.

**Confederation and Expansion (19th Century)**

In 1867, the British North America Act (now known as the Constitution Act, 1867) united three colonies
—Canada (now Ontario and Quebec), Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick—into the Dominion of Canada,
creating a federal system with a parliamentary government. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th
centuries, Canada expanded westward, acquiring additional territories and provinces.

**World Wars and Modern Era (20th Century-Present)**

Canada played significant roles in both World War I and World War II, contributing troops and resources
to the Allied efforts. After World War II, Canada experienced rapid economic growth and social changes,
becoming a modern, industrialized nation.

In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Canada has focused on multiculturalism, indigenous
reconciliation, and environmental sustainability. It has evolved into a diverse and progressive country
with a strong economy and a commitment to human rights and social welfare.
Throughout its history, Canada has been shaped by the interactions between Indigenous peoples,
European settlers, and immigrants from around the world, creating a rich tapestry of cultures,
languages, and traditions that define the nation today.

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