Canada is the second-largest country in world. It is about 4,600 kilometres from north to south, and about 5,500 kilometres from east to west. There are ten provinces and three territories in Canada. The territories – Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut – are in the north of Canada. Even though the north is the largest region it has the smallest population. Many Canadians live in the southern part of Ontario and Quebec – mostly in cities and towns.

The capital city of Canada is Ottawa and each province and territory has their own capitals. The weather varies in different parts of Canada. The North is the coldest part. The summers are short and the winters are long. British Columbia is the most temperate province. The winters are milder than in other parts of Canada. The summers are warm but not too humid. The southern ranges of eastern Canada enjoy long, warm summers and crisp, glorious falls.

About half of the country is covered in forest, and there are about two million freshwater lakes, and many rivers. The country also borders three oceans: Atlantic Ocean, the Pasific Ocean, and the Arctic Ocean. Hudson Bay is a huge body of water in the middle of Canada.

The TransCanada Highway:

TransCanada Highway crosses Canada from the east to the west. It is the longest highway in the world (that stays in one county). From Victoria in British Columbia to St. John’s in Newfoundland and Labrador, the highway is 7,821 kilometres long.