Which city is a major urban center in the Central region of Canada?

• A. Toronto
• B. Halifax
• C. Vancouver
• D. Iqaluit

Answer: (A)

Canada’s Central region includes Ontario and Quebec, where some of the country’s largest cities are located. Toronto sits in southern Ontario along Lake Ontario and stands out as a major urban center because of its very large population, diverse economy (finance, culture, technology, services), and status as a key transportation hub with major airport and extensive rail and road connections. The other cities are in different regions: Halifax is in Atlantic Canada, Vancouver is in British Columbia on the West Coast, and Iqaluit is in the far north in Nunavut. Given its size, influence, and location in the Central region, Toronto is the best example of a major urban center there.