Canada

Canada is a country occupying most of northern North America. It is the world's second largest country (Russian Federation is the largest) and has the world's longest coastline.

The name "Canada" comes from the Huron and Iroquois word "Kanata" meaning "village".

imag: Canada

Nearly one-fourth of all the fresh water in the world is in Canada.

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Population: 33,212,696 (July 2008 est.)
Capital: Ottawa (Ontario)
Official Language: English and French
Main Religion: Romn Catholic
Animal - the beaver
Motto - "From sea to sea"
National anthem - "O Canada"
Highest Mountain: Mount Logan 5,959 metres.
Longest River:The Mackenzie River ( in the N.W.T. )
Biggest Cities:Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver
Currency: Canadian dollar

There are six time zones in Canada.

The Canadian flag is red and white with a red maple leaf

image: canadian flag

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