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Canada & the United States

It is amazing that two countries like Canada and the United States can be so geographically close together, and yet have so many differences in the way they operate every day. This section of the website will explore some of the similarities, differences, and comparisons between these two neighbours.

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Quick Comparison

CanadaUnited States
Government LeaderThe Rt. Hon. Justin TrudeauH.E. The Hon. Donald Trump
AmbassadorH.E. Kirsten HillmanH.E. David Cohen
Government TypeParliamentary DemocracyFederal Republic
IndependenceJuly 1, 1867July 4, 1776
Population40 million335 million
Area9,976,140 square kms9,629,091 square kms
Divisions10 provinces, 3 territories50 states, 1 district, 16 dependencies
CapitalOttawa, OntarioWashington, D.C.
Major Religion30% Roman Catholic49% Protestant
G.D.P.$2.4 trillion$27.4 trillion

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External Links
Government of the United States
Canadian Embassy in Washington - Global Affairs Canada
U.S. Embassy in Ottawa - Department of State

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