Canada
Capital
Ottawa
Population
~38.0 million
Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English, French
- Religion
- Christianity, No religion
- Climate
- Varied; cold winters and warm summers; arctic climate in the north
Culture & History
Known for: maple syrup, hockey, politeness, and vast wilderness areas
Also famous for: the Rocky Mountains, Niagara Falls, and multiculturalism
Food: Poutine (fries, cheese curds, and gravy)
Brief History
Inhabited by indigenous peoples for millennia; French and British colonies; confederation in 1867; multicultural society with strong social programs