Twenty-first century tourists visit a 19th-century doctor's office in Fort Steele Historic Provincial Park, a recreated Rocky Mountain gold rush town in British Columbia. Healthcare has a come a long way since then. Today, all Canadians enjoy universal federal healthcare, and the country ranks sixth in a United Nations Human Development Index measuring life expectancy, education, and national income.
Find out how the Canadian government is doing its part to promote health across the country and why an amazing 84 percent of Canadians are satisfied with their medical coverage.
From vast tracts of rural wilderness to sophisticated cities with booming industries, Canada is a land of contrasts. Brush up on its past, present, and future with facts, maps, music, and more from National Geographic.
It's the world's second-largest country in area, it borders three oceans, and it has the longest coastline of any country. Take a closer look at Canada with this interactive map.
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The Philips Sonicare Toothbrush. Starting a good oral healthcare routine early will help keep your family's teeth and gums healthy and can contribute to better overall health.