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∙ 12y agoOntario and Quebec are the largest provinces in Canada in terms of population, area, and GDP. They are dominant in terms of political, economic, cultural and historic influence.
Although by area and by time zone they are eastern, they are culturally considered "Central Canada", with four provinces to the east and four provinces to the west.
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∙ 13y agoI am a senior citizen. I have lived in Ontario almost all of my life. I have never heard of Ontario being referred to as one of the "core provinces." Who is responsible for this?
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∙ 10y agoQuebec's most important cities are Quebec City and Montreal. Ontario's most important cities are Ottawa and Toronto.
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Why is Ontario called the Heartland of Canada?
It has some of the best ways to tax the people. Gst, pst, hst, cars, houses, etc.
What is the geographical location of Canada east?
Canada East is a historic name for what is now southern Quebec, including Quebec City and Montreal. In 1841, the British Colonial administration renamed the former Lower Canada (now Quebec) and Upper Canada (now Ontario) Canada East and Canada West as part of a series of governmental reforms brought on largely by the Rebellions of 1837-38. The names were changed to Ontario and Quebec when Canada West and Canada East joined Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to become the country of Canada. This was called Confederation, and officially took place July 1, 1867.
What is the capital of Canada?
The capital of Canada is Ottawa and the largest city is Toronto.
St Lawrence river new France territory?
the St Lawrence River flows through Quebec and Ontario which was once called NewFrance and Upper Canada.
Where are the nuclear reactors in Canada and what are they called?
Mostly in Ontario, one in Quebec and one in New Brunswick. They are all CANDU type, ie heavy water moderated and cooled.
Why are quebec and ontario called the core provinces?
the quebec and Ontario considered Canada's heartland is in southern quebec and southern Ontario which is closer to the border of the uinted states.
How were the 4 colonies of Canada reorganized in 1867?
The four provinces were Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. What had been called Canada was Ontario and Quebec.
Is it true that while quebec and Ontario make up the core provinces of Canada quebec is a significantly more dynamic province than Ontario?
Quebec and Ontario were Canada, the province and colony called Canada. Ontario is more economically dynamic. Other measures seem to be more subjective.
What was Quebec originally named?
it was originally called "Lower Canada" with Ontario called "Upper Canada" It was also called new France for a short period of time.
Why is Ontario called the Heartland of Canada?
It has some of the best ways to tax the people. Gst, pst, hst, cars, houses, etc.
What is the geographical location of Canada east?
Canada East is a historic name for what is now southern Quebec, including Quebec City and Montreal. In 1841, the British Colonial administration renamed the former Lower Canada (now Quebec) and Upper Canada (now Ontario) Canada East and Canada West as part of a series of governmental reforms brought on largely by the Rebellions of 1837-38. The names were changed to Ontario and Quebec when Canada West and Canada East joined Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to become the country of Canada. This was called Confederation, and officially took place July 1, 1867.
Is Montreal in part of Quebec?
Toronto is in Ontario (the province to the west of Quebec.) Look left from Quebec, along the long river (St. Lawrence River) at the lower edge of the map. You'll see Lake Ontario. Look along the top (north) shore of the lake. The blob at the north west edge is Toronto.
What is the capital of Canada?
The capital of Canada is Ottawa and the largest city is Toronto.
What impact did the American Revolution have on Canada?
Canada was affected by it because the Loyalists from the 13 colonies that left the 13 colonies went to places that are now called ontario,quebec, and nova scotia.
St Lawrence river new France territory?
the St Lawrence River flows through Quebec and Ontario which was once called NewFrance and Upper Canada.
Is the nyle river the biggest river in Ontario?
No. It is logically called Ottawa River. It is between Quebec and Ontario.
What provinces is Baie-James touching?
James Bay, called Baie-James in French, touches Ontario and Quebec. It is a southern extension of Hudson Bay in northern Canada.
