Fun Facts About Canada 🇨🇦and Why You Should Visit!
Second-Largest Country
Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area, covering 9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square miles)—second only to Russia.
World’s Longest Coastline
Canada boasts the longest coastline of any country, with a coastline stretching 202,080 kilometers (125,567 miles). That’s nearly twice the circumference of Earth!
A Land of Lakes
Canada is home to more than half of the world’s lakes—about 2 million!
It holds 20% of the world’s surface freshwater and 7% of the world’s renewable water flow.
The Longest Name in Canada
The lake Pekwachnamaykoskwaskwaypinwanik in Manitoba holds the record for the longest place name in the country. Its Cree name means “where the wild trout are caught by fishing with hooks.”
The Northernmost Permanent Settlement
Alert, Nunavut, located just 817 km (508 miles) from the North Pole, is the northernmost continuously inhabited settlement in the world.
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A Multicultural & Bilingual Nation
Canada is known for its cultural diversity, with over 200 ethnic origins reported in the census.
It became officially bilingual in 1969, recognizing English and French as official languages.
National Sports
Canada has two official national sports:
Ice hockey (winter sport) – a Canadian passion and home to the NHL.
Lacrosse (summer sport) – a sport with Indigenous roots dating back centuries.
Maple Syrup Capital
Canada produces a whopping 71% of the world’s maple syrup, with 91% of that coming from Quebec. That’s over 45 million kilograms (100 million pounds) annually!
The Northern Lights Spectacle
The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) can be seen in Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, offering a breathtaking natural light show.
Canada’s National Parks & Natural Beauty
Canada has 48 national parks, protecting its diverse landscapes. Banff National Park, founded in 1885, is the oldest and one of the most visited national parks in the country.
Parliament Hill’s Cat Colony
For decades, a colony of stray cats lived on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, cared for by volunteers. Though the official cat sanctuary closed in 2013, it remains a quirky part of Canadian history.
The Iconic Mounties
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), famous for its red uniforms and wide-brimmed hats, serves as both a law enforcement agency and a national symbol.
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Polar Bear Paradise
Canada is home to about 60% of the world’s polar bear population, with Churchill, Manitoba, known as the “Polar Bear Capital of the World.”
A Telecommunication First
On August 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell made the world’s first long-distance phone call from Brantford, Ontario, to Paris, Ontario—a groundbreaking moment in communication history.
🇨🇦 Canada’s Unique!
Stunning landscapes, rich history, diverse culture, and groundbreaking innovations make Canada one of the most fascinating countries in the world—and a fantastic place to explore!
