Key Facts

GDP (ppp) per CAPITA

$39,100 (2008 est.)

Inflation Rate

2.4% (January 2009 est.)

Population

33,487,208 (July 2009 est.)

Country Risk Ratings

A2

Ease of Doing Business

8/181

Global Competitiveness

10/134

Country Map

View Larger Map

gE Network

There are 461 members in the
gE Network for this country.

Canada : Introduction

A land of vast distances and rich natural resources, Canada became a self-governing dominion in 1867 while retaining ties to the British crown. Economically and technologically the nation has developed in parallel with the US, its neighbor to the south across an unfortified border. Canada faces the political challenges of meeting public demands for quality improvements in health care and education services, as well as responding to separatist concerns in predominantly francophone Quebec. Canada also aims to develop its diverse energy resources while maintaining its commitment to the environment.

Canada: Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade

This is the official website of International Trade Department of Canada. It provides information about the department, its services to Canadian and Non-Canadian business, trade and economic policies of Canada, Canada's relationship with some emerging markets in the world, and the department's representatives worldwide and cooperations with other countries. The website can be viewed in both English and French.

Sources:
CIA World Factbook (September 2009)
U.S. Dept. of State Country Background Notes (November 2008)