The Basics

January 8, 2025 Published by London and Area Chapter

Canada, The Beautiful

From the CCI Review 2024/2025-1 July—November 2024 issue of the CCI London Chapter

Too often, we can be guilty of not searching out the wonders and beauty of our own country or even our own towns and cities. Mostly, life takes over our time. The following was shared from one who views the interesting things about our country and had opportunities to visit areas of interest. Certainly, when time and finances might be an obstacle, or the challenges that arise from longer trips, shorter day trips can be especially intriguing and pleasurable.

Here are 15 interesting facts about Canada:

1. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area. 2
2. Canada has the longest coastline in the world, with over 243,000 kilometers of shoreline.
3. Canada has more lakes than any other country, with over 2 million lakes covering about 8% of its land area.
4. The country's name comes from the St. Lawrence Iroquoian word "kanata" meaning "village" or "settlement."
5. Canada is home to the world's oldest known rock, the Acasta Gneiss, which is approximately 4.01 billion years old.
6. The country has six time zones: Pacific, Mountain, Central, Eastern, Atlantic, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
7. Canada is home to the world's longest street, the Trans-Canada Highway, which spans over 7,800 kilometers.
8. The country has a vast array of wildlife, including bears, moose, wolves, and beavers.
9. Canada is the world's largest producer of maple syrup, accounting for over 70% of global production.
10. The country has a diverse population, with over 20% of Canadians being foreign-born.
11. Canada has two official languages: English and French.
12. The country is home to the world's largest freshwater island, Manitoulin Island, located in Lake Huron.
13. Canada has a strong reputation for its natural beauty, with many famous attractions like Niagara Falls, Banff National Park, and the Canadian Rockies.
14. The country has a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and festivals.
15. Canada is known for its friendly and welcoming people, with a high standard of living and a strong social safety net.

Planning your next vacation, or perhaps even searching out a condo for relocating or just to know more about Canada, there are many options to view some interesting places and attractions they offer.

Some of us prefer sticking close to home to enjoy what we have right here in our back yards. It can be eye opening to say the least. Visit here.

London residents are also neighbours to surprising possibilities to enjoy in the smaller and larger cities and towns. Day trips can be especially pleasurable and beneficial to recharge our batteries. For so many options, visit here.