Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Despite not being the capital, what is the largest and most populated city in Canada?"
...Toronto is the largest and most populated city in Canada. While Ottawa serves as the nation's capital, Toronto stands as the country's economic and cultural powerhouse, located in the province of Ontario. With a population exceeding 2.9 million, it is not only the largest city in Canada but also one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse in the world. Known for its iconic skyline, which features the CN Tower—once the tallest free-standing structure in the world—Toronto is a major global hub for finance, media, arts, education, and technology.