Multiculturalism
Canada is often called a “melting pot” or a “mosaic” because of the country’s culturally diverse population. According to the 2016 census, more than 22% of Canadians are foreign-born, and over 200 different ethnic origins are represented in the country.
Canadian culture has been shaped by the many different cultures that have settled in the country, such as Indigenous, French, British, Irish, Italian, Chinese, East Indian, and Ukrainian. As a result of this multiculturalism, Canada is home to a wide variety of food, art, music, and festivals.
