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Canada is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy with Ottawa as its capital and Toronto as its largest city, boasting a population of 39.86 million and a vast area of 9.98 million km². The country features diverse landscapes, extensive natural resources, and a robust agricultural sector, while its political system includes a bicameral legislature and regular federal elections. Canada maintains a focus on international cooperation and development, participating in key agreements like NAFTA and engaging with organizations such as the United Nations and NATO.

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Canada Facts and Ideas

Canada is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy with Ottawa as its capital and Toronto as its largest city, boasting a population of 39.86 million and a vast area of 9.98 million km². The country features diverse landscapes, extensive natural resources, and a robust agricultural sector, while its political system includes a bicameral legislature and regular federal elections. Canada maintains a focus on international cooperation and development, participating in key agreements like NAFTA and engaging with organizations such as the United Nations and NATO.

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Canada

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Capital: Ottawa
Largest City: Toronto
Official Languages: English, French
Government: Federal Parliamentary Constitutional
Monarchy
Monarch: Charles III
Governor General: Mary Simon
Prime Minister: Justin Trudeau
Area: 9.98 million kmІ (2nd largest globally)
Population (2023): 39.86 million
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Independence: Confederation: July 1, 1867
Statute of Westminster: 1931
Geographical Features of Canada
Location: Northern part of North America, bordered by
the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans
Borders: World’s longest undefended border with the U.S.
Key Islands: Baffin Island, Victoria Island, Newfoundland
Natural Features:
• - 25% of world’s wetlands
• - 20% of world’s fresh water
• - Longest coastline globally
• - Diverse landscapes: mountains, forests, tundra
Political System of Canada
Constitutional Monarchy:
• - Monarch: Charles III
• - Governor General: Mary Simon
Parliamentary Democracy:
• - Executive Branch: Led by Prime Minister
• - Legislative Branch: Bicameral (House of Commons &
Senate)
• - Judiciary: Supreme Court of Canada
Elections:
• - Federal Elections every 4 years (or earlier)
• - Voting System: First-past-the-post
Major Political Parties:
• - Liberal Party (current ruling)
• - Conservative Party (official opposition)
• - NDP, Bloc Quйbйcois, Green Party
Population of Canada
Most Populous Provinces: Religions:
- Ontario: 13.4 million - Christianity: 67.3%
- Quebec: 8.2 million
- No religious affiliation: 23.9%
Ethnic Groups:
- British Columbia: 4.6 million
- European descent: 32%
- Alberta: 4.1 million - South Asian: 7.6%
Languages: - Chinese: 5.1%
- English: 75% - Black Canadians: 3.5%
- French: 23% - Indigenous peoples: 4.9%
Natural Resources & Climate
Natural Features:
• - 20% of world’s fresh water
• - Extensive wetlands and forest resources
• - Six time zones
Climate:
• - Arctic to moderate
• - Pacific Coast: mild & rainy
• - Interior Plains: cold winters, hot summers
• - Northern regions: Tundra
Natural Hazards:
• - Cold winters, droughts, heatwaves, earthquakes
Agriculture
Canada boasts a robust agricultural sector, contributing significantly
to its economy.
Key Products:
Grains & Oilseeds: Wheat, Canola, Barley
Livestock: Beef, Pork, Poultry
Horticulture: Apples, Potatoes, Greenhouse Produce
Canada is a major global agricultural exporter.
Key Characteristics of Canadian
Agriculture
1. Vast Agricultural Land
2. Technological Advancements: Precision agriculture,
automation, biotechnology
3. Strong Export Market: Key markets across the world
4. Sustainability Focus: Organic farming, reduced
chemical use, conservation
Challenges and Opportunities in
Agriculture
1. Climate Change: Impacts on growing seasons, water,
pests
2. Global Competition: Competition in emerging markets
3. Trade Agreements: Opportunities and risks in
international trade agreements
Transport Development
Canada boasts a vast and well-
developed transportation network.
Key Components: Railways, Roads,
Air Transport, Marine Transport
International Relations
Canada's foreign policy focuses on peace,
cooperation, and international development.
Key International Agreements:
- North American Free Trade Agreement
(NAFTA)
- United Nations, NATO
- Bilateral relations with major global
players

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