Canada

Canada Quick Facts…

Official NameCanada
Common NameCanada – /ˈkæn.ə.də/
NationalityCanadian(s) – noun, Canadian – adjective
IndependenceRecognized in 1931 (by the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions10 provinces and 3 territories
Total Population38.5 million (#38) with 81.9% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasOttawa (capital city), Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary
Major LanguagesEnglish (official), French (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access93% of total population
CurrencyCanadian Dollars (CAD)
Real GDP (PPP)$1.8 trillion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$47,900 (#33) – 2021 estimate
Total Area9,984,670 sq km / 3,855,103 sq mi (#3) with 8.9% water area
Geographic RegionAmericas – Northern America
Bordering CountriesUnited States, Greenland
Bordering Water BodiesNorth Atlantic Ocean, North Pacific Ocean, Arctic Ocean

National Anthem: “O Canada”