The document summarizes key aspects of Canada's national identity, including its history of French and British influence. It notes that Canada has developed a strong national identity distinct from both Britain and the United States. While Canada was originally colonized by the French, it came under British rule in the 18th century through a series of wars between the French and British for control of North America. French influence on Canadian identity remains strong today through Quebec's dominant French language and culture, though English is the primary language used across most of Canada.