Want to learn about Canada? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Canada
| Capital | Ottawa |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 38,000,000 |
| Languages | English, French |
| Currency | Canadian Dollar |
| National symbol | Beaver |
| Famous food | Poutine |
In Canada, people often speak English, French. A friendly way to say hello is "Hello". 👋
Fun facts about Canada for kids
- Canada has more lakes than the rest of the world's lakes combined!
- The national symbol, the Beaver, was once used as a form of money!
- Canada has the longest coastline of any country in the world — over 125,000 miles!
- Canada is officially bilingual, speaking both English and French.
- Indigenous cultures (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) have been here for thousands of years.
Famous places in Canada
- CN Tower
- Niagara Falls
- Banff National Park
Nature and symbols of Canada
- Beaver
- National sport: Ice Hockey
Going to Canada with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Hello".
- Find Ottawa, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇨🇦 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Poutine at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like CN Tower.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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