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StatesCanada is a hypothetical federated state envisioned in political theory and speculative fiction as a reorganization of Canada's ten provinces into semi-autonomous states within a single federal framework. The model preserves Canada's bilingual and multicultural orientation while aiming to enhance regional autonomy and policymaking efficiency.

The concept emerged in debates on constitutional reform and in speculative fiction since the late 20th century and remains a subject of comparative studies and policy simulations; it has not been adopted in the real world.

Under this framework, the federation consists of ten states, each with its own constitution, legislature, and executive. The federal government handles national defense, foreign affairs, currency, and nationwide standards, while states retain jurisdiction over education, health, transportation, and local law enforcement. A bicameral federal legislature includes a Senate representing states equally and a House of Representatives elected by population. The head of state is a president with largely ceremonial duties, and the head of government is a prime minister elected by the federal legislature. States cooperate through a Council of State Governments and a federal judiciary that resolves intergovernmental disputes.

Geographically, StatesCanada covers a wide range of landscapes from Atlantic coast to Pacific shores and northern territories, with climates spanning maritime, continental, and arctic zones. The population is diverse, with strong Indigenous rights traditions; official language policies reflect English and French bilingualism alongside numerous Indigenous and immigrant language communities.

The economy is diversified, featuring natural resources, manufacturing, services, technology, and cross-border trade with other North American economies. Public services and social programs are emphasized, with regional innovation hubs and inter-state infrastructure projects.