Now You Know: Canada's 150 Years of Fascinating Facts

Canada is celebrating a big birthday this year—the 150th anniversary of Confederation. To help you celebrate, we've compiled a list of 150 fascinating facts about this great country. So sit back, relax, and enjoy these fun facts about Canada!

Now You Know Canada: 150 Years of Fascinating Facts

by Doug Lennox

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1. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area, after Russia.

2. Canada has the longest coastline in the world, with over 243,000 kilometers (151,000 miles) of shoreline.

3. Canada is home to over 3 million lakes, more than any other country in the world.

4. Canada is the world's largest producer of maple syrup.

5. Canada is the third-largest producer of natural gas in the world, after Russia and the United States.

6. Canada has the world's largest deposit of uranium, located in Saskatchewan.

7. Canada is the world's largest exporter of peas, lentils, and chickpeas.

8. Canada is the world's largest importer of bananas.

9. Canada has one of the highest rates of cellphone ownership in the world.

10. Canada is the world's largest producer of potash, a fertilizer used in agriculture.

11. Canada is the only country in the world with a female head of state and a female head of government.

12. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national anthem in both English and French.

13. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national sport that is not a team sport: lacrosse.

14. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national animal that is not a mammal: the beaver.

15. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national bird that is not a songbird: the common loon.

16. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national tree that is not a conifer: the sugar maple.

17. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national flower that is not a rose: the trillium.

18. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national flag that is not rectangular: the maple leaf flag.

19. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national currency that is not named after the country itself: the Canadian dollar.

20. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national anthem that is not sung in the majority language of the country: "O Canada" is sung in English and French, while the majority language of Canada is English.

21. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national sport that is played on ice: hockey.

22. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national animal that is a mammal that lives in the water: the polar bear.

23. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national bird that is a seabird: the Atlantic puffin.

24. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national tree that is a broadleaf tree: the maple tree.

25. Canada is the only country in the world to have a national flower that is a wildflower: the daisy.

These are just a few of the many fascinating facts about Canada. With its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty, Canada is a truly unique country. We hope you enjoyed these fun facts about Canada, and we invite you to learn more about this great country!

Now You Know Canada: 150 Years of Fascinating Facts

by Doug Lennox

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3373 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	210 pages

FREE