Our northern neighbors sing about the "True North, strong and free" on Canada Day. Here's why—and when Canada became a country.

On This Day: Canada becomes self-governing On July 1, 1867, Canada became a self-governing state within the British Empire.

Canada Day turns into grande fête and rebuke of Trump's call for becoming 51st state Canada Day has taken on new significance to many Canadians this year, given Trump’s unwelcome suggestion ...