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For entry-level cameras (like the Rebel line), I don't think it really matters that much. Just buy whatever has the features you want.
That said, One thing that Canon has going for it is volume. Because they sell so many cameras and lenses, they have the largest budget for lens R&D. Thus, they have the widest variety of niche lenses. If you're a pro, or if you need an odd lens for whatever reason, this can be a big deal. Canon's DSLR's are also generally very good at video (something Nikon is terrible at).
Historically, Nikon has had better AF systems, particularly with regards to tracking. My recollection is that dpreview's tests show this to be the case with the latest pro AF systems as well. Their sensors are also usually top of the line, and often outperform Sony's DSLRs, even when both are using Sony sensors. Nikon's lenses are generally excellent, but they seem to focus too much on kit-zoom type lenses. Prices are also usually higher than the competition. UX seems to be poor? At least according to Thom Hogan, and it's his brand of choice.
I don't really know anything about Sony, except that they put very good sensors in relatively cheap bodies and their pro glass is excellent, even if it isn't actually made by Zeiss. As a practical matter, I think the priority should be placed on glass, meaning you should choose whichever mount has the lenses you want to shoot with, though it can be hard to know what lenses you want before you've already committed to a mount (my needs have certainly changed over the years, but I've always stuck with the F-mount).
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