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== Quick Facts == | == Quick Facts == | ||
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* | * '''Official Languages''': English and French | ||
* | * '''Currency''': Canadian Dollar (CAD) | ||
* | * '''Government''': Federal parliamentary democracy | ||
* | * '''Population''': Over 39 million (as of 2024) | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Revision as of 21:50, 19 June 2025
Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area, located in the northern part of North America. Known for its stunning natural landscapes, multicultural population, and high quality of life, Canada is a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Ottawa
- Largest City: Toronto
- Official Languages: English and French
- Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
- Government: Federal parliamentary democracy
- Population: Over 39 million (as of 2024)
Geography
Canada stretches from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean. It consists of ten provinces and three territories, covering a wide range of landscapes including mountains, forests, lakes, and tundra.
History
Indigenous peoples inhabited the land for thousands of years before European colonization began in the 16th century. Canada became a self-governing dominion within the British Empire in 1867 and gained full legislative independence in 1982.
Provinces and Territories
Canada is made up of:
- Ontario
- Quebec
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Manitoba
- Saskatchewan
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Prince Edward Island
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
Culture
Canada is known for its cultural diversity, bilingualism, and inclusive values. It has strong traditions in literature, music, sports (like hockey and lacrosse), and cuisine influenced by Indigenous, French, British, and global cultures.
Government and Politics
Canada is a constitutional monarchy with King Charles III as head of state, represented by the Governor General. The country has a Prime Minister, a House of Commons, and a Senate. It operates under a federal system that grants powers to provinces and territories.
Economy
Canada has a highly developed, mixed-market economy. Key industries include natural resources (oil, forestry, mining), technology, finance, and manufacturing.
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