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In Canada, there are two official languages: English and French. English is the most widely spoken language in the country, while French is primarily spoken in the province of Quebec and also has a significant presence in other parts of the country. But 93% of French speakers in Canada live in the eastern part of Canada.
English is the dominant language in Canada and serves as the primary language of communication for the majority of Canadians. It is spoken by approximately 56% of the population as their first language. English is used extensively in business, education, government, and media across the country. It is the primary language in most provinces and territories, including Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and others.
French is the second most widely spoken language in Canada and is predominantly spoken in the province of Quebec, where it holds official language status. Approximately 21% of Canadians speak French as their first language. Quebec has a distinct francophone culture, and French is the primary language of government, education, and daily life in the province. However, there are also significant French-speaking populations in other provinces, such as New Brunswick, Ontario, and Manitoba. It is interesting that in Chinese is the second most widely spoken language in British Columbia. Another interesting fact is that, unlike the United States, Spanish is not the second most spoken language in any Canadian province.
Moreover, Indigenous languages, including Cree, Inuktitut, Ojibwe, and others, have historical and cultural importance in various regions. Additionally, due to immigration, a wide range of languages from around the world are spoken in Canada, such as Punjabi, Spanish, Italian, Tagalog, Arabic, German, Mandarin, and many more.
Below is an interactive map that shows which language besides English and French is most prevalent in different parts of Canada.
