Canada is a vast country resembling a continent composed of a diverse mosaic of cultures. This diversity is a reflection of the country's vastness, spanning six time zones from Newfoundland to British Columbia.
Deeply anchored in North America, Canada has cultivated strong strategic connections with both Europe and Asia. Despite facing a labor shortage, the country maintains a resilient economy. Expatriates can find numerous professional opportunities, but success depends on their ability to seize these chances when they present themselves. In the land of maple trees, experience and performance hold significant value, and with the right effort, anything is possible.
Canada's top-rated international cities
Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa ("2023 World's Best Cities", Resonance Consultancy)
Canada's political system
Federal parliamentary monarchy (Forbes) Prime Minister of Canada: Justin Trudeau Currency: Canadian dollar 1 euro = 1.47 CAD
Population of Canada: 39 million (Statistics Canada)
Foreigners as a percentage of Canada's total population 23% (2021 Census of Population) (Statistics Canada)
The number of francophones in Canada: 11 million, or 29% of the population in 2022 (OIF)
Life expectancy in Canada: 80 for men, 84 for women (Statistics Canada)
Canada in the happiness ranking: 13th out of 137 countries ("2023 World Happiness Report", United Nations)
Canada's Human Development Index (HDI): 15th out of 191 countries ("Human Development Reports", United Nations)
Unemployment rate in Canada: 5% (April 2023) (Statistics Canada)
Did you know?
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Quote from an Expat.com member
Véronique: “Canada is the gateway to North America for French speakers”.
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