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The Underground Railroad extended to Canada because many enslaved individuals sought complete safety and freedom from the threat of recapture, which was still possible in the Northern free states due to laws like the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. Canada offered a more secure refuge, as it had abolished slavery and provided legal protection against slave catchers. Additionally, the presence of supportive abolitionist communities in Canada helped ensure a safe haven for those escaping slavery. This drive for total freedom motivated many to continue their journey northward.

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