Capitalize the names of nationalities when they’re used as nouns:
- Every four years, many Canadians across the country watch the Summer Olympics.
- Many Americans visit Canada every year.
Capitalize the names of nationalities when they’re used as adjectives:
- Miriam Toews is an award-winning Canadian author.
- Canada is a popular destination for Chinese tourists.
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