The Canadian Encyclopedia
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VisitThe Canadian Encyclopedia vs Wikipedia
What both publish
| Fact | The Canadian Encyclopedia | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1985 | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | San Francisco, California, USA |
| Languages | The encyclopedia is bilingual, and Historica Canada says it is available in 35 other languages. | Wikipedia’s homepage links to editions in hundreds of languages, including editions with over one million articles. |
| Purpose | The Canadian Encyclopedia provides articles focused on Canada’s history and culture. | Wikipedia describes itself as a free encyclopedia. |
The Canadian Encyclopedia plans
- FreeFree
Wikipedia plans
- Free Wikipedia accessFree
- WikipediaFree
Pick The Canadian Encyclopedia if…
It suits learners, educators, and readers looking for information about Canadian history and culture. Its citation tools and educator resources may be useful for study and teaching.
Pick Wikipedia if…
Wikipedia suits readers looking for a free encyclopedia across many languages, including people who want to save reading lists for offline use in the Android app. Its volunteer-led editorial model is relevant to readers considering how content decisions are made.