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Canada — silhouette, capital and facts
Canada is in North America and its capital is Ottawa. With about 38 million people and 9,984,670 km², it ranks 2nd in area and 38th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Canada, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Continent
- North America
- Population
- about 38 million
- Area
- 9,984,670 km²
- Language
- English and French
- Currency
- Canadian dollar
- Flag colors
- red, white
Borders
Canada shares a land border with 1 country: United States.
Fun facts about Canada
- Canada has the world's longest coastline, over 200,000 km when islands are counted.
- The maple leaf became part of the national flag only in 1965, replacing the old ensign.
- Most of the world's maple syrup comes from the Canadian province of Quebec.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Canada?
The capital of Canada is Ottawa.
Which continent is Canada in?
Canada is in North America.
Which countries border Canada?
Canada shares a land border with 1 country: United States.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Canada?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Canada is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Canada?
Canada has the world's longest coastline, over 200,000 km when islands are counted. The maple leaf became part of the national flag only in 1965, replacing the old ensign. Most of the world's maple syrup comes from the Canadian province of Quebec.
More countries in North America
Countries with a similar silhouette
Going by an automatic comparison of shapes, these outlines are the closest to the outline of Canada. It is only an approximation.
- Mauritania — Nouakchott, Africa
- Gabon — Libreville, Africa
See all countries in North America with flags, capitals and fun facts.