This weekend will be long and festive in the United States with the celebration of Independence on July 4, but many will be surprised to learn that it is not the only country in North America celebrating its emancipation. This July 1st marks Canada Day, a celebration full of fireworks and French influence, considered one of the most important. You will be able to enjoy various events in this country considered to be the best place to live, according to a survey.

Canada’s Independence Day began to be commemorated after 1867the year the country emancipated from Great Britain and the British North America Act was signed, thereby securing the sovereignty of the nation.

A curious fact is that It was originally called Dominion Day, but it was in 1982 that it acquired the name Canada Day.

This day is a celebration and Canadians take to the streets. Nationalism floods its inhabitants and flags are raised everywhere. There are also events of all kinds, many citizens and tourists travel to the capital, Ottawa, to enjoy all the programming. Among the star performances are the Snowbirds, a team of aerial acrobats. The military forces also join in a majestic parade in the air. To end this tradition in style, the night you can see fireworks in the sky.

Beyond this important day, the reality is that the nation attracts many foreigners because it is considered, all over the world, as one of the best places to live, as it offers housing and work opportunities, but above all quality of life.

News and World Report confirmed this with a tally that placed the country as the best to live in. This report is based on a survey of 17,000 people around the world. The nation took first place in the rankings for quality of life and social purpose.

Those who participated in the survey saw Canada as a country committed to the recognition of human rights, above other nations in the world, such as Germany, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Sweden and the Netherlands.

Here are the top 10 best countries to live in, according to News and World Report

Similarly, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) Global Livability Index 2022 found that Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto are three of the best cities to live in, this thanks to its qualifications in terms of access to medical care, quantity of green spaces, cultural and sporting activities, low crime rates and excellent infrastructure.

The country also has several tourist destinations for travelers who want to marvel at its nature. The Points of interest include Niagara Falls, Montreal, Alberta and Banff National Park.