Canada
Canada
People: Canadian
Canada is the world's second-largest country by area, with more lakes than the rest of the world combined. Canada is located in North America and has a population of around 41.7 million. Its capital city is Ottawa, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
Canada — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Canada |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Ottawa |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | North America |
| Population | 41,651,653 |
| Area | 9,984,670 km² |
| Currency | Canadian dollar (CAD) $ |
| Official Languages | English, French |
| Dialling Code | +1 |
| Internet TLD | .ca |
| Timezones | UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:30 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
| ISO Code | CA / CAN |
| Borders | United States |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Canada
What is the capital of Canada?
The capital of Canada is Ottawa.
What currency does Canada use?
Canada uses the Canadian dollar (CAD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Canada?
The official languages of Canada are English and French.
What is the dialling code for Canada?
The international dialling code for Canada is +1.
What side of the road does Canada drive on?
Canada drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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