• The capital of Canada is Ottawa and is the second largest city in the province of Ontario, and fourth largest city in the country.

• The Canadian National tower, better known as the CN tower, is the highest free-standing structure in the world.

• Canada's climate is not as cold all year around as some may believe. In winter, temperatures fall below freezing point throughout most of Canada.

• During the summer months the southern provinces often experience high levels of humidity and temperatures that can surpass 30 degrees Celsius regularly.

• The Canadian dollar is the currency of Canada.

• It is normally abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or C$

• It is divided into 100 cents.

One-dollar coin (loonie) and the Twenty-dollar bill

• Canadian cuisine varies widely from region to region.

• Canada produces good cheeses, many successful beers and is known for its excellent ice wines.

• The Waterloo, Ontario, region has a tradition of Mennonite and Germanic cookery.

Oka CheeseQuébécois poutine: fries, curds and gravy

Montreal-Style Bagels

Canada's culture has been influenced by American cultures because of its proximity and migration between the two countries.

A Chinese gate in downtown Montreal

Many native icons, such as dreamcatcher, have been adopted by Canadians as a whole.

The maple leaf is the symbol most associated with Canadian identity.