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Why is Canada's North Called 'Land of the Midnight Sun'?


Why Northern Canada is Called the Land of the Midnight Sun
Why Northern Canada is Called the Land of the Midnight Sun


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Understand why Canada's northern territories are famously known as the 'Land of the Midnight Sun.'
Canada’s North is often called the “Land of the Midnight Sun” because, during the summer months, areas above the Arctic Circle experience nearly 24 hours of daylight. This natural phenomenon is caused by Earth’s tilted axis and high latitude.
From late spring to early summer, the sun remains visible even at midnight, creating a surreal and beautiful experience unique to the North. It highlights the dramatic seasonal contrasts that define Canada’s Arctic regions.
This fact is commonly referenced in Canadian Citizenship Test preparation, especially when studying geography and the country’s diverse natural environments.
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