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So many great things come from north of the border -- and we're not talking solely about delectable beer, artery-clogging poutine and heart-stopping hockey. We're talking about Canadian TV actors, and wow, are there so many.
From Nathan Fillion of "Castle" fame to the smoking hot Nina Dobrev of "The Vampire Diaries," Canucks are everywhere on TV, and they have been for some time now. So in honour of Canada Day, Canada's 147th birthday on July 1, we present to you our favourite Canadians on the small screen.
(We couldn't possibly name every Canadian TV actor out there, so we just chose a few of our on-screen favourites. If there is a very glaring omission, please let us know and we might include!)
Our Favo(u)rite Canadians On TV
Laura Vandervoort(01 of135)
Vandervoort's sexy star has been rising for years, ever since she appeared on "Smallville" back in the day. She's currently killin' it on "Bitten," which'll be returning for a Season 2 in the near future. (credit:Getty Images)
Nina Dobrev(02 of135)
Another "Degrassi" alum, Bulgarian-born actress Nina Dobrev originally played baby mama Mia Jones on the Canadian teen soap. Dobrev also had small roles in some big features like "Away From Her" and "Chloe" before getting her big break on TV with "The Vampire Diaries." As both Elena Gilbert and Katherine Pierce, Dobrev has broken hearts -- and veins -- on the drama, which has sent her straight to superstardom. (credit:Getty Images)
Tatiana Maslany(03 of135)
Maslany is one of the biggest stars on TV right now. She's won a Critics' Choice Award two years in a row for her multiple roles on "Orphan Black," and she was nominated for a Golden Globe. More to come for this awesome Canadian actress. (credit:Space)
Steve Amell(04 of135)
As the lead on "Arrow," Amell is breaking hearts and dropping jaws when he shows his trademark washboard abs. Expect more of that when Season 3 starts up in the fall. (credit:Chris Jancelewicz)
Joshua Jackson(05 of135)
Once known for playing the adorable Pacey Witter on "Dawson's Creek," Joshua Jackson is now on to bigger and better things ... or at least more supernatural ones. The actor played Peter Bishop on "Fringe," which just finished up last year. (credit:Getty Images)
William Shatner(06 of135)
The Shat! The international icon came to prominence as Captain Kirk on "Star Trek," but really, what aspect of pop culture has he not invaded and made his own? As Shatner on the big or small screen, as T.J. Hooker, as Denny Crane, as any number of the characters he's played over the course of a 50-year career, Shatner is really just Shatner. That's not to take away from his distinctive skills, it's just our way of saluting a presence so outsized and ham-tastic that no mere screen, book, convention stage or universe can contain it. (credit:Getty Images)
Anna Silk(07 of135)
She's been a guest star on dozens of Canadian series, including "Being Erica," but Silk made her biggest splash with the addictive supernatural drama "Lost Girl," which airs on both sides of the border. Her spunky portrayal of the succubus Bo is extremely enjoyable, as is Bo's banter with co-stars and her sexy affairs with Dyson (Kris Holden-Ried) and Lauren (Zoie Palmer). (credit:Getty Images)
Jessica Pare(08 of135)
The "Mad Men" hottie stole the show by singing "Zou Bisou Bisou" in the Season 5 premiere, and throughout the rest of that season, her character Megan wielded some significant sexual power over Don Draper. In Season 6, she took a back seat, but she still wielded some sort of power over Don. Now, after the end of Season 7 Pt. 1, we may have seen the last of Megan. (credit:Getty Images)
Nathan Fillion(09 of135)
Women swoon for this guy -- fans of "Castle" know what we're talking about. (credit:Getty Images)
Cobie Smulders(10 of135)
Best-known for playing Robin Scherbatsky on "How I Met Your Mother," Cobie Smulders is talented, witty and charming. And the fact that her character was once a Canadian teenage popstar is kind of awesome. We also can't forget her incredibly popular turn as Maria Hill in 'The Avengers' movies. (credit:Getty Images)
Anna Paquin(11 of135)
Who would have thought this Oscar-winning actress could transition so smoothly into television? But she did! People love Sookie Stackhouse from "True Blood," but they'll only have one more season to enjoy her, since the show wraps after this current one. (credit:Getty Images)
Jason Priestley(12 of135)
Most people know Priestley as the iconic Brandon Walsh from the original "Beverly Hills, 90210." Since then, he's certainly grown up and on -- starring in multiple series including "Haven" and "Medium" -- and was the lead on critically-acclaimed Canadian series "Call Me Fitz." He's moved on to directing (he's doing a few Canadian shows this year), and has even done some stage work in Toronto, in a play called "Race." (credit:Getty Images)
Elisha Cuthbert(13 of135)
We'll admit it, we enjoyed making fun of Cuthbert's infamous cougar run-in on "24." But the days of her time in the Bauer clan are long past, and Cuthbert has ably reinvented herself as a ditzy comedienne in the recently cancelled comedy "Happy Endings." We'll see what comes next. (credit:Getty Images)
Rachelle Lefevre(14 of135)
Lefevre was originally popular for her role on "Twilight," but she's moved on to bigger and better things -- most recently, a starring role on hit show "Under The Dome." (credit:Global TV)
Jordan Gavaris(15 of135)
Gavaris has burst onto the scene as the awesome Felix on "Orphan Black." Virtually unknown before, he's leaped into stardom. (credit:Space)
Will Arnett(16 of135)
A favourite across the continent, and probably across the globe, Arnett recently returned to Netflix on "Arrested Development." Naturally funny and a great actor, he's pretty hard to look at without laughing. You can watch him on "The Millers." (credit:Netflix)
Erica Durance(17 of135)
Following in Kristin Kreuk's alliterative footsteps on "Smallville," Durance scored the iconic role of Lois Lane opposite Tom Welling's Clark Kent. She currently appears on "Saving Hope" with Michael Shanks and Daniel Gillies. (credit:Getty Images)
Grace Park(18 of135)
From the moment we met Park's character Sharon on "Battlestar Galactica," we knew she was going to be around for a while. Post-"BSG" she was on "The Border" until its cancellation, and currently she's still starring in "Hawaii Five-O" -- though in a lesser capacity. (credit:Getty Images)
Kristin Kreuk(19 of135)
Best known for playing Lana Lang, Clark Kent's high school sweetheart on "Smallville," and Laurel Yeung on "Edgemont," both filmed in her native Vancouver. Kreuk currently stars as Catherine Chandler in the reboot of "Beauty and the Beast," which films in Toronto. (credit:Getty Images)
Howie Mandel(20 of135)
Everyone loves Howie! Enough to the point that he has his own show "Howie Do It," and he also helmed a six-part series entitled "Take It All." (credit:Getty Images)
Alison Pill(21 of135)
Pill has had an upswing over the last year, snagging a starring role in HBO's "The Newsroom." Her upstart eagerness isn't everyone's cup of tea, but the woman has fans. We're not sure how much her topless Twitter pic and public break-up with fellow Canadian Jay Baruchel helped. (credit:Getty Images)
Adam Beach(22 of135)
Frequently referred to as "that hot Canadian actor," Adam Beach raked in the female accolades on CBC series "Arctic Air," which was unfortunately cancelled a few months ago. (credit:Getty Images)
Amanda Tapping(23 of135)
"Stargate" fans will tell you how amazing Tapping is, both onscreen and off. She also grabbed more rabid followers with her 4-year stint on the recently cancelled "Sanctuary." Not to worry, folks, we're sure she has countless roles to come. (credit:Getty Images)
Sandra Oh(24 of135)
Sandra Oh started her Hollywood career on feature films ranging from "Bean" to "Under the Tuscan Sun" to "Sideways." But she really broke out on the small screen. First, she played Rita Wu on HBO's "Arli$$" and then, she went on to star as Christina Yang on the hit medical drama "Grey's Anatomy." The latter performance has earned her a Golden Globe, a Screen Actors Guild Award and five Emmy nominations. (credit:Getty Images)
Martin Short(25 of135)
"Canada's Got Talent" may be finito, but Martin Short is still one of the funniest comedians around. He had a multi-episode arc as Marshall's boss on "How I Met Your Mother," and he can currently be seen on TV commercials. (credit:Getty Images)
Jewel Staite(26 of135)
After appearing in a number of family shows such as "Space Cases," "Higher Ground" and "Flash Forward" (not that one), Staite became a genre staple with roles on "Firefly" and "Stargate: Atlantis." She has roles on "The Killing" and "The Listener." (credit:Getty Images)
Kiefer Sutherland(27 of135)
Sutherland has been in Hollywood since he was a young buck, and he shows no signs of tiring. As the star of "24," he garnered a major cult following, and one of his latest ventures, "Touch," was cancelled. But don't worry, "24: Live Another Day" has been killin' it so far. (credit:Getty Images)
Missy Peregrym(28 of135)
This understated beauty has been carrying "Rookie Blue" for five seasons. She just got married in a secret ceremony. (credit:Getty Images)
Sarah Chalke(29 of135)
From "Roseanne" to "Scrubs" to "Cougar Town" and "How to Live With Your Parents for the Rest of Your Life," Chalke has been on the TV scene for quite some time. Despite the latter's cancellation, we're sure she'll be back on the small screen in no time. (credit:Getty Images)
Tricia Helfer(30 of135)
She was that amazingly hot Cylon in the red dress on "Battlestar Galactica" -- at first. Helfer soon proved her versatility by playing a variety of Number 6 characters, and after that show ended, she got steady work as a cast member or guest star on everything from "Chuck" to "The Firm." We enjoy seeing her on our screen regularly, so it's too bad her latest project, "Killer Women," was axed so quickly. (credit:Getty Images)
Aaron Ashmore(31 of135)
You probably know his twin brother Shawn from the movie franchise "X-Men," but Aaron has popped up here and there on TV. He played Jimmy Olsen on "Smallville" for several seasons, and has appeared on "Warehouse 13" and "In Plain Sight." Our fave recent roles of his, though, were as Nate on "Lost Girl" and Steve on "Warehouse 13." (credit:Getty Images)
Shawn Ashmore(32 of135)
Ashmore is a veteran of the small and big screens, and is undoubtedly one of Canada's most successful actors. He has a starring role on hit show "The Following" at the moment. (credit:CTV)
Kim Cattrall(33 of135)
Yes, it's true, this "Sex And The City" actress was born in the U.K., but she moved to Canada as an infant, so we're counting her as a Canadian. (credit:Getty Images)
Matthew Perry(34 of135)
It's Chandler Bing! After 10 years playing a funnyman on "Friends," Matthew Perry has appeared on "The Good Wife" and starred in NBC's "Go On," which was cancelled last year. Look for him next in "The Odd Couple," a rehash of the original series. (credit:Getty)
Enrico Colantoni(35 of135)
This lovable bundle of fatherly charisma was an absolute favourite on "Veronica Mars," and moved on to more notoriety on "Flashpoint" and "Person Of Interest." He just finished up the "Veronica Mars" reboot, and can be seen on hit medical drama "Remedy." (credit:CTV)
Eric McCormack(36 of135)
Toronto-born-and-raised McCormack was the calm voice of reason on "Will & Grace," and starting in the fall he's currently starring in Season 3 of "Perception," where he plays Daniel Pierce, an eccentric neuroscientist who helps solve crimes. (credit:Getty Images)
Kim Coates(37 of135)
Ever the character, Coates is well-known throughout the country. His most recent role on "Sons Of Anarchy" has ensured an entirely new generation of fans. He also appeared on "Crossing Lines," which premiered on CBC last fall. (credit:FX)
Kris Holden-Ried(38 of135)
We had to include Holden-Ried on this list, mainly because of his steamy role on "Lost Girl." (credit:Showcase)
Shay Mitchell(39 of135)
For the past five seasons, Mitchell has been working magic in her breakout role as Emily on "Pretty Little Liars." (credit:Bell Media)
Yannick Bisson(40 of135)
No, no, he doesn't wear mascara or eyeliner. Those are his natural eyelashes! Bisson is a man's man, and brings in the ladies with his charm on "Murdoch Mysteries." (credit:CBC)
Zoie Palmer(41 of135)
Best-known for her role as Dr. Lauren Lewis on "Lost Girl," Palmer is technically a Brit, but we'll count her as a Canadian, just for today.
The Rock(42 of135)
Yes, Dwayne Johnson's father is Nova Scotia-born wrestler Rocky Johnson. As the first generation child of a Canadian, Johnson is eligible for Canadian citizenship. Johnson also played in the CFL for the Calgary Stampeders during the 1995 season, but was cut after two months. (credit:Getty)
James Doohan(43 of135)
Scottie was totally from Vancouver. (credit:Getty)
Emmanuelle Chriqui(44 of135)
The "Entourage" star was born in Montreal. (credit:AP)
Frank Gehry(45 of135)
The world-famous architect was born in Toronto. (credit:AP)
Rick Fox(46 of135)
The former NBA star was born in Toronto. (credit:Getty)
Norm Macdonald(47 of135)
The comedian is from Quebec City. Bonus points if you knew his brother is CBC journalist Neil Macdonald. (credit:Getty)
Nathan Fillion(48 of135)
The "Castle" and "Firefly" star was born in Edmonton. (credit:AP)
Ted Cruz(49 of135)
The potential Republican presidential nominee was born in Calgary. However, because his mother is American, U.S. officials have ruled that he would be eligible to run for the presidency. (credit:AP)
Men Without Hats(50 of135)
That's right, "Safety Dance" came from a Montreal group. (credit:YouTube)
Matt Groening(51 of135)
While born in Portland, Groening's father Homer was born in Main Centre, Saskatchewan and so Groening is eligible for citizenship. (credit:Getty)
Lorne Greene(52 of135)
The "Bonanza" star was born in Ottawa. (credit:Getty)
Brendan Fraser(53 of135)
While born in Indianapolis, both of "The Mummy" star's parents are Canadian and so he is entitled to Canadian citizenship.
Anna Paquin(54 of135)
The Oscar winning star of "True Blood" was born in in Winnipeg. (credit:Getty)
David Rakoff(55 of135)
The regular contributor to "This American Life" was born in Montreal. (credit:Getty)
Kim Cattrall(56 of135)
While the "Sex and the City" star was actually born in in the U.K., she moved to Coutenay, B.C., when she was just an infant. (credit:Getty Images)
Mia Kirshner(57 of135)
"The L Word" star was born in Toronto. (credit:AP)
Carrie Anne Moss(58 of135)
The star of "The Matrix" was born in Burnaby, B.C. (credit:AP)
Eric McCormack(59 of135)
The "Will and Grace" star was born in Toronto. (credit:AP)
James Cameron(60 of135)
OK, you may have known this one already, but for some reason people are always forgetting that the "Titanic" and "Avatar" director was born in Kapuskasing, Ontario. (credit:AP)
Monty Hall(61 of135)
The original host of "Let's Make A Deal" was born in Winnipeg. (credit:Getty)
Honorary Mention - Tom Cruise(62 of135)
OK, so he was born in Syracuse, New York and his parents were both American, but the star of, well everything, went to school in Ottawa for several years in the early 1970s. It was in Ottawa that Cruise first became involved in acting, according to Andrew Morton's unauthorized biography. (credit:Getty)
Snirt(63 of135)
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Followed By The Dirt(64 of135)
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Girl Wearing This In March(65 of135)
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Home Too Soon(66 of135)
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Socks And Sandles(67 of135)
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Premature Patio Beers(68 of135)
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This(69 of135)
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Vancouver In March(70 of135)
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This Colour(71 of135)
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Snow In April(72 of135)
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Things You Don't Want To Say To A Canadian(73 of135)
Canadians are normally pretty nice but there are things you just don't want to say to a Canadian... (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Nathan Denette) (credit:AP)
This looks like Monopoly money!(74 of135)
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Hey you're from Canada? Do you know my friend Doug?(75 of135)
You lost the War of 1812, right?(76 of135)
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Polar bears rooting through your garbage at night must be pretty irritating.(77 of135)
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Do you guys all ski to work and stuff?(78 of135)
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Do you have cable / internet / random technology in Canada?(79 of135)
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You all speak French right?(80 of135)
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What part of America are you from?(81 of135)
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Is Vancouver / Edmonton / Calgary close to Toronto?(82 of135)
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Do you have a president?(83 of135)
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Is Toronto your capital city?(84 of135)
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Say "aboot" for me(85 of135)
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Just Got Netflix... U.S. Selection Is WAY Better.(86 of135)
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When I Travel Abroad, Locals Think I’m American.(87 of135)
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When I Type '?,' It Comes Out As 'É'(88 of135)
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Loonie Is At Par With U.S. Dollar... Prices Aren’t Adjusted.(89 of135)
It’s Roll Up The Rim Season... Another Dud.(90 of135)
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Uses Canadian Spelling... Gets Corrected By U.S. Spell-Checker.(91 of135)
Goes To Buy A Chocolate Bar... They're Out Of Coffee Crisp.(92 of135)
Asks For A Double-Double... U.S. Cashier Doesn't Understand.(93 of135)
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Tried To Watch Video Online... Geoblocked!(94 of135)
Paid $1.98 Charge With A Toonie... Got No Change.(95 of135)
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Site Asks For ZIP Code And State... What, No Postal Codes?(96 of135)
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FoxTrax Or That Stupid Glowing Puck(97 of135)
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Saying No To Joining America(98 of135)
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1812(99 of135)
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Cuba(100 of135)
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Vietnam(101 of135)
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Iraq(102 of135)
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The Housing Crash(103 of135)
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The Whole Debt Thing(104 of135)
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Campaign Finance(105 of135)
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Ketchup Chips(106 of135)
There are some snacks that define a nation, but not many that taste good to only those who live there. What do we love? The fact they leave our fingers dyed red after we've had a whole bag. Ketchup has never tasted so salty, non-tomatoey and outright good. Our U.S. friends may go nutty over Doritos, but we love our ketchup chips. (credit:Lays Canada)
Les Stroud aka 'Survivorman'(107 of135)
Many Canadians will point to the fact that Superman has a strong connection to the Great White North, but we'd like to reintroduce you to the real thing. 'Survivorman', while it was on in the late 2000s, showcased Les Stroud, a gritty Canadian who shot his own show in snow, sleet, heat and rain with nothing but random household objects and a trusty knife. We like to think that in a country that's increasingly urban, the outback is still our domain. Les, he's the best of us.
The Caesar(108 of135)
In warm weather, it will cool you down. If you're hungover, it's the magic antidote. The Caesar, Canada's favourite breakfast, lunch and evening cocktail adds a spicy twist to the Bloody Mary. Canadians are so particular about how it tastes -- with Clamato, not tomato juice -- that many don't even bother ordering it in the U.S. out of fear of disappointment. Served with celery, a lime and, if you're lucky, a fat dill pickle, it's the perfect cocktail. Who knew clam juice could add that kind of magic to a drink? (Photo Shutterstock)
Cheaper Drugs(109 of135)
Overall, Americans can save 24 per cent if they buy their drugs from online Canadian pharmacies versus filling their prescriptions at home, according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. The study sought to find out why so many U.S. citizens have been taking advantage of the deep discounts north of the border, and the results showed dramatic savings across the board. "Forty-one of the 44 brand-name medications examined were less expensive in Canada." Canucks are proud of their health-care system and easier access -- in this case financially -- to pharmaceuticals. (Photo Alamy)
Our Ties To The Monarchy(110 of135)
The debate on whether we should cut ties to the monarchy was all but quashed last year after the outpouring of pomp and pageantry -- in Canada -- around the royal wedding. Canadians embraced the nuptials as if Prince William was their own and turned out in droves to see the newlyweds during their cross-country tour last July. From trying to get Pippa's butt to putting in their two cents on whether Prince Charles deserves the throne, Canadians love their Queen and all of the gossip that goes with her. (Photo Rex Features) (credit:Rex Features)
Coffee Crisp(111 of135)
When it comes to food, Canadians concede there's far more selection in the U.S. but we're fiercely proud of the candy bars that can only be found here. Coffee Crisp is a great example. Consisting of a crunchy wafer, milk chocolate coating and slightest hint of coffee flavouring, the chocolate bar is true to its marketing slogan of making 'a nice light snack' and is adored by all moms and seniors. Rumour has it they've been spotted in a few U.S. border town convenience stores. We want proof!
Better View At Niagara Falls(112 of135)
Undoubtedly one of North America's natural wonders, the power and beauty of Niagara Falls never ceases to amaze, whether it's your first trip or 100th. Luckily for Canucks, the best place to view the falls is on the 'Canadian side'. That's right, busloads of tourists from around the world flood the observation areas near the falls in Ontario every day to snap the perfect picture for their Facebook profile. Do Americans bother to cross the border for the better view? You betcha. Just look out for the person using 'eh' at awkward times. (Photo Shutterstock) (credit:Shutterstock)
We Love Seeing Our World(113 of135)
About 56 per cent of Canadians have a passport while just 37 per cent of Americans do. While the majority of Canadians haven't been to countries like Azerbaijan, they do take pride in seeing the world and it's difficult to not run into a Canadian while travelling abroad. A story by TechCrunch claims more Americans have a Facebook page than a passport. Perhaps they prefer to view the travel photos of their friends online than to actually see sights for themselves... (Photo CP)
Limits To Election Spending(114 of135)
Canada limits corporate influence on our electoral process via spending limits on political donations and third-party advertising. The 2010 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down similar campaign finance laws in that country -- on grounds they violate the free-speech right of corporations -- poses a serious threat to democracy and the integrity of future elections in America. (AFP/Getty Images) (credit:AFP/Getty Images)
President's Choice(115 of135)
There are few brands in Canada as reliable as President's Choice. Mr. Christie thinks he makes good cookies but nothing tops the Decadent, the brand's answer to Chips Ahoy. Kraft Dinner, in its familiar blue box, pales in comparison to PC's White Cheddar Mac & Cheese. It also doesn't hurt that nerdily-handsome Galen Weston (hearthrob of Canadian suburban housewives everywhere) is the pitchman for this iconic line of Canadian products. Why yes, Mr. Weston, I'd like some more Memories of Morocco Sweet And Spicy Sauce...
Better Cities(116 of135)
Ours might be smaller and fewer in number but Canadian cities consistently rank above American cities on livability. In the most recent Mercer survey of livable cities, Canadian cities took 4th, 14th, and 15th place, while the highest-ranked American city was 33rd. (Photo Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
Best Place To Do Business?(117 of135)
According to Forbes, Canada is the best country in the world to do business and it's not because of the climate. Chalk it up to a lower corporate tax rate, excellent infrastructure and a well-educated populace. The U.S. and Europe's recent economic woes don't help them either. (Photo CP) (credit:CP)
Social Mobility(118 of135)
Canada has greater social mobility. If you are born into the poorest 10 per cent, your odds of making it to the richest 10 per cent are considerably better in Canada than in the U.S. In other words, it's easier to realize the American Dream in Canada than it is in the U.S. (Shutterstock) (credit:Shutterstock)
Hey Girl...(119 of135)
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Canadian Anthem(120 of135)
When it comes to national anthems, we've always had a bit of an inferiority complex (the maple leaf is not a banner spangled in stars). But according to new research, our simple and quaint pro-Canuck ballad "O, Canada" is among the world's finest. We even trump the Americans and Brits. So what if you can't remember all the words? This is an anthem worth singing. (Photo Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
Maternity Leave(121 of135)
Having a baby is hard work. And many women around the world aren't given the amount of time off they deserve post-delivery. But here in Canada, the true north strong and free, a lady can take up to a full year of paid maternity leave (17 weeks at 55 per cent of their salary and an additional 35 weeks after that). This contrasts vastly with The United States, Papua New Guinea, Swaziland, Liberia and Lesotho who provide no type of financial support for new mothers. (Alamy)
Our Milk!(122 of135)
It completes your morning bowl of cereal, can quench thirst and is the perfect companion to chocolate chip cookies. Milk, dear readers, is an all around amazing drink. And grabbing a glass of the white stuff in Canada is unlike anything you'll be able to experience in many other countries. That's because there's a complete lack of unnatural hormones in our dairy products (so concerns about negative side effects simply doesn't exist), and we serve the beverage in a plastic bag, which, frankly, is far more convenient and environmentally friendly than cardboard containers (the baggies can be reused as makeshift lunch bags!). (Photos Shutterstock) (credit:Shutterstock)
Our Air!(123 of135)
Take a deep breath in... and slowly exhale it out. Do you smell that? You may not, but that's the scent of clean air flowing through your lungs. According to new research, Canada rates tops in air quality (meaning you can say "ta ta" to stinky smog and gross pollution. [Ed. Note unless you live in smog-heavy Toronto]). In fact, while the U.S. averages 18 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic metre of air, Canada averages only 13 micrograms. That also decreases our risk of developing bad air-induced health conditions like allergies. Now once again and all together now: inhale... (Photo Alamy) (credit:alamy)
Poutine(124 of135)
French fries. Cheese curds. Gravy. All mixed together in one bowl. There's really nothing more to say than this dish is gluttonously awesome. And we're proud to say it's 100 per cent Canadian. (Photo CP) (credit:CP)
We Can Go To Cuba(125 of135)
A decades-long U.S. trade embargo on evil 'Communist' Cuba means that that island's beaches and resorts have long been free of American tourists. Canadians, needing an escape from long winters have been flocking to the island for decades now. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Canada has also been a crucial trading partner of the island country. (Photo Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
Joe Fresh(126 of135)
Many people think Canada is a country of citizens who don plaid, beaver tails and fur all year round. (We also, obviously, live in igloos.) So thank goodness for Joseph Mimran, the fashion powerhouse who is behind one of Canada's biggest and most popular clothing exports: Joe Fresh. His bright, colourful and decidedly on-trend collections are showing the world what Canada has to offer sartorially (which is not limited to some hipsterish version of a lumberjack). (Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
Canadian Music(127 of135)
Once a 44.5 kg weakling, The Great White North punches way above its weight class in the music world. A few decades ago, only a rare few Canadian musicians managed to establish international careers. But the rise of government funding for music and CanCon radio regulations supporting domestic tunes developed our homegrown scene until it was strong enough to lead a post-millennial Canadian Invasion. Nowadays we claim the world's biggest artists in almost any imaginable genre - Arcade Fire, Justin Bieber, Feist, Drake, Michael Buble, Deadmau5, Metric, Shania Twain, Celine Dion, Nickelback, Diana Krall, etc. Don't tell the Republicans, but we can thank "socialism" for all that money, money, money these musicians are making. (Photos By Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
Your Turn!(128 of135)
Tell us why you think Canada is great. Is it a photo of your favourite camping spot, a Canadian you really admire, our weird obsession with hockey and cold weather? We're looking for your responses on Twitter with the #LoveCanada tag, Facebook, in the comments and via e-mail. We'll be collecting the best responses and featuring them on our site in the coming weeks. (Photo Getty Images) (credit:Getty Images)
An Odd Duck(129 of135)
Canadian English is an odd duck, a weird amalgam of American English and our British roots. Throw in some minor influences from First Nations languages, French and other immigrant tongues and you've got yourself a quirky variant. Here's a look at some of the things that make Canadian English unique. (credit:Shutterstock)
The Metric/Imperial Divide(130 of135)
Canada switched over to the metric system decades ago, while the U.S. is one of the few countries that still use the imperial system. Old habits die hard though and even younger Canadians still use the old imperial system for measurements like height and weight. Most Canadians aren't a big fan of Fahrenheit to tell the temperature though. (credit:Shutterstock)
The Toque(131 of135)
This man is wearing a tuque. Virtually all Canadians know and use the word... south of the border words like beanie or cap prevail. There are at least three ways to spell the damn word too. We've seen touque or tuque as well.. Took is just plain wrong. (credit:Shutterstock)
Come Sled Away(132 of135)
Actually that should be toboggan. The word has roots in French and Mik'maq which is probably why many Canadians prefer this word to the more prosaic sled. (credit:Shutterstock)
Be True To Your School(133 of135)
American kids go to college while Canadian kids go to either college or university. We're not sure why. That's just the way it is. Also, Americans are more likely to use terms like freshman, sophomore, junior, senior. Try that on a Canadian campus and you just might get a blank stare. (credit:Alamy)
Chesterfield?(134 of135)
Canadians know you can sit on a Chesterfield. Americans probably wonder why we'd sit on an old British guy. (credit:Shutterstock)
Boozy Words(135 of135)
Two-four, mickey, twenty-sixer. If you're a Canadian who drinks all these words will be familiar. You'll get a blank stare if you use them anywhere else in the world. (credit:Shutterstock)