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North America · 198 DESTINATIONS
Canada
Capital: OttawaMeet Canada
Canada is in North America, and its capital is Ottawa. Study the flag in its correct proportions, then connect its design with the country's location and outline.
Outline of Canada
Capital and coordinates
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Region
- North America
- Latitude
- 45.42° N
- Longitude
- 75.70° W
- Country code
- CA
- Collection
- 198 destinations
World Rankings
The flag of Canada
This is the national flag of Canada. Observe its colours, layout and symbols, then connect the design with the country's location and capital.
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Geography
Explore the geographic features that help explain Canada.
A country facing three oceans
Canada is the world's second-largest country, facing the Pacific Ocean in the west, the Atlantic in the east and the Arctic Ocean in the north. A long southern border meets the United States, while Arctic islands extend far north. Mountains, prairies, forests and tundra span its enormous distances.
[1]A country shaped by lakes and rivers
A map of Canada reveals an extraordinary network of lakes and rivers. The Great Lakes–St Lawrence system reaches the Atlantic, while the Mackenzie River flows north to the Arctic Ocean. Water collected in glacial basins and huge watersheds supports drinking water, power, transport and wildlife.
[2]Light and cold change toward the north
Much of Canada lies at high latitude, where winters grow longer and colder toward the north. Above the Arctic Circle, summer can bring continuous daylight and winter long darkness. Most people live in the milder south, while northern communities—including many Indigenous communities—adapt transport, housing and food systems to the climate.
[1]See Canada's flag from another angle
Compare its shape, colours and symbols with flags from around the world.
Questions about Canada
What is the capital of Canada?
The capital of Canada is Ottawa.
Where is Canada?
Canada is in North America, at approximately 45.42° N, 75.70° W.
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