Canada

North America · Capital Ottawa

Canada is a country in North America. Its capital city is Ottawa. It has a population of around 37,057,765 people. The main language is English and the official currency is the Canadian dollar. It shares land borders with 1 country.

Canada is a country in North America. Its capital is Ottawa. It has a population of 37,057,765, bordering 1 country. The official language is English. The official currency is the Canadian dollar.

Where is Canada?

Canada at a glance

Capital: Ottawa
Population: 37.1M
Currency: Canadian dollar
Language: English
Continent: North America
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Canada

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Bordering countries

United States

Frequently asked questions about Canada

What is the capital of Canada?

The capital of Canada is Ottawa.

What continent is Canada in?

Canada is located in North America.

What is the population of Canada?

Canada has a population of approximately 37,057,765 people.

What is the currency of Canada?

The official currency of Canada is the Canadian dollar.

What language is spoken in Canada?

The main language spoken in Canada is English.

What is the flag of Canada?

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