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However, when the british north america act, 1867, now the constitution acts, 1867 to 1982 created the new dominion of canada, there were only four provinces ontario, quebec, nova scotia and new brunswick. In the following article we will discuss the various periods in canada s history and provide some pertinent information regarding the developments that helped shape this great nation into what it is today. A brief history of canadas national parks by william fergus lothian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. International bestseller from the author of the international bestseller sapiens.
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