Canada — Country Facts & Profile
North America, Americas
The Canadian dollar (CAD) is the official currency of Canada, a country of 41,651,653 people in North America. With 9,984,670 km² of territory and Ottawa as its capital, it sits within the wider North America region. The official languages are English and French. It ranks #37 in the world by population and #3 by land area.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Canada has a GDP per capita of $54,340, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Canada, including Commonwealth Stadium with a capacity of 56,302 seats.
56,302 seats
Geographic Overview
Canada is located in North America at coordinates 60.00°N, 95.00°W. It shares borders with 1 country. Total land area: 9,984,670 km² (3,855,101 mi²). Population density: 4 people per km². The highest point is Mount Logan at 5,959 m.
5,959 m
3,190 km
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Canada.
Cultural Sites
Canada is home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
2
World Heritage Sites
Crime Index
Canada has a safety index of 94 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Canada
Internal Divisions
Ontario
368 cities · 17,180,316 people
Largest: Toronto
Quebec
234 cities · 10,098,585 people
Largest: Montréal
British Columbia
258 cities · 7,770,785 people
Largest: Vancouver
Alberta
197 cities · 4,785,721 people
Largest: Calgary
Saskatchewan
65 cities · 1,378,905 people
Largest: Saskatoon
Nova Scotia
53 cities · 1,234,966 people
Largest: Halifax
Manitoba
13 cities · 905,153 people
Largest: Winnipeg
New Brunswick
63 cities · 774,098 people
Largest: Moncton
Newfoundland and Labrador
24 cities · 336,077 people
Largest: St. John's
Prince Edward Island
7 cities · 91,943 people
Largest: Charlottetown
Yukon
1 cities · 28,201 people
Largest: Whitehorse
Northwest Territories
1 cities · 20,340 people
Largest: Yellowknife
Nunavut
1 cities · 7,429 people
Largest: Iqaluit
Frequently Asked Questions about Canada
- What is the capital of Canada?
- The capital of Canada is Ottawa.
- What is the population of Canada?
- Canada has a population of approximately 41,651,653 people.
- What continent is Canada in?
- Canada is located in North America, in the North America subregion.
- Where is Canada located?
- Canada is located in North America, North America, at coordinates 60.0°N, 95.0°W.
- What currency does Canada use?
- Canada uses the Canadian dollar ($ CAD).
- What is the capital and currency of Canada?
- The capital of Canada is Ottawa and the currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD).
- What languages are spoken in Canada?
- The official languages of Canada are English, French.
- What is the area of Canada?
- Canada covers a total area of 9,984,670 km² (3,855,101 square miles).
- How large is Canada in square miles?
- Canada has a total area of approximately 3,855,101 square miles (9,984,670 km²).
- What is the population density of Canada?
- Canada has a population density of approximately 4 people per km².
- Is Canada an independent country?
- Yes, Canada is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Canada border?
- Canada shares land borders with 1 country.
- What is the GDP per capita of Canada?
- The GDP per capita of Canada is approximately $54,340.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Canada have?
- Canada has 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Is Canada safe to visit?
- Canada is considered very safe, with a safety index of 94 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What countries border Canada?
- Canada shares land borders with: United States.
- What is the country calling code for Canada?
- The international calling code for Canada is +1. To call Canada from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +1 and the local number.
- What time zone is Canada in?
- Canada spans 6 time zones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:30.
- What is the highest point in Canada?
- The highest point in Canada is Mount Logan at 5,959 m (19,551 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Canada?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Canada is approximately $53,400 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Canada?
- The average internet speed in Canada is 186 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.