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Jan 4, 2012 · Canada. Article by W. Kaye Lamb. Published Online January 4, 2012. Last Edited June 22, 2023. The name “Canada,” is derived from the Iroquoian word kanata, meaning a village or settlement.
Mar 30, 2009 · Encyclopedia. Encyclopedia, a written work containing numerous entries, usually in alphabetical arrangement, attempting to cover all branches of knowledge or all aspects of one subject. The late Latin word is a misconstruction based on the Greek expression for "complete education."
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History, politics, arts, science & more: the Canadian Encyclopedia is your reference on Canada. Articles, timelines & resources for teachers, students & public.
The Canadian Encyclopedia (TCE; French: L'Encyclopédie canadienne) is the national encyclopedia of Canada. It was published online by the Historica Canada. It also has the support of Canadian Heritage. They are available for free online in both English and French.