What is the size of Canada?
Canada covers 9,984,670 km², making it the world's second-largest country by area, after Russia.
The dimensions of Canadian territory
With its 9 984 670 km², Canada occupies a colossal area that represents approximately 18 times mainland France. This expanse places the country in second place worldwide among the largest territories, behind Russia (17.1 million km²) but ahead of the United States (9.8 million km²).
Geographic distribution
This immense area is divided among 10 provinces and 3 territories, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, and to the Arctic Ocean in the north. Canadian territory also includes numerous islands, notably the Arctic Archipelago and the island of Newfoundland.
Things to remember for your trip
This gigantic expanse explains the diversity of Canadian landscapes and the considerable distances between regions. Planning time for travel is essential when organizing a tour of Canada.