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Find out the names, regions, incorporation dates, council sizes, and population data of all the incorporated cities in Canada. See the distribution of Alberta's 19 cities and the criteria for city status in each province.
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- Toronto, Ontario. Toronto, is the country's financial center, with large swaths of distinct populations and neighborhoods that include Greek, Italian, and Korean and the second-largest Chinatown in North America.
- Vancouver, British Columbia. Vancouver is where the ocean meets the mountains. Aside from spectacular natural beauty, this British Columbia coastal metropolis has a relaxed charm that makes it one of the most popular Canadian cities to visit.
- Montreal, Quebec. Though Montreal is officially a French-speaking city, as is the province of Quebec, many of its residents, especially those in the retail and hospitality industries, also speak English.
- Niagara Falls, Ontario. Niagara Falls, Ontario, on the Canadian side (Niagara Falls, N.Y., is on the U.S. side) has been historically known as a honeymoon destination, attracting millions of newlyweds or just plain passionate couples each year.
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- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
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This is a list of selected cities, towns, and other populated places in Canada, ordered alphabetically by province or territory. (See also city and urban planning.)
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Find out the names and locations of the major cities and towns in Canada, organized by province or territory. Learn about the history, geography, and culture of each place from Britannica's editors.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
A city is displayed in bold if it is a provincial or federal capital (Ottawa). An italicized city is its largest in its province. The three territories ( Yukon , Northwest Territories , Nunavut ) and one province ( Prince Edward Island ) do not have municipalities among the 100 most populous in Canada.
- Toronto, Ontario. The capital of Ontario, the largest city in Canada, and the city that attracts the most visitors in the entire country – there's a lot to be said for Toronto, a bustling city of almost three million people, which is why it earned the top spot on this list.
- Quebec City, Quebec. With horse-drawn carriages clip-clopping along the cobblestone streets of old Quebec City, it's easy to feel as though you've jumped back in time in this historic city.
- Vancouver, British Columbia. Vancouver is easily the most beautiful city in Canada. With mountains to the north, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the enormous Stanley Park right downtown, the city's landscapes are jaw-droppingly gorgeous.
- Calgary, Alberta. Welcome to Canada's wild west: Calgary, Alberta is home to the famous Calgary Stampede, a week-long festival featuring rodeo events, concerts, special activities, and exhibitions galore.
May 11, 2022 · Learn about the 10 most populous cities in Canada, from Toronto to Québec City, and their attractions, cultures, and climates. See photos, facts, and figures of each city's population, area, and landmarks.
Find the names of all the cities in Canada sorted by the first letter of the city name. Browse the alphabetical list of Canadian cities and see their locations on the map.
