Canada is the second largest country in the world in area (after Russia), occupying roughly the northern two-fifths of the continent of North America. It ranks among the highest in international measurements of government transparency, civil liberties, quality of life, economic freedom, and education.

It is one of the world’s top immigration destinations, with over 250,000 new immigrants arriving in Canada every year to take advantage of the country’s strong economy and progressive immigration system – a system so progressive that the Canadian government’s statistics department predicts that by 2031 over half of all working age people in the country will have been born overseas.

Here’s 10 facts about Canada which will make you want to settle there!

1. Canada promotes multiculturalism

Canada is known for its ‘mosaic’ approach to multiculturalism, where people from all cultures live in harmony, while also maintaining their cultural heritage and religious practices. Census data on ethnic and cultural origins are used to draw a portrait of the richness, diversity and complexity of Canada’s cultural heritage today. In 2016, over 250 origins were reported and 41.1% of the Canadian population recorded more than one origin.

Canada’s urban centres such as Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver are particularly diverse, and home to many ethnic neighbourhoods. In Toronto, which is regularly referred to as ‘the most multicultural city in the world,’ more than half of the population identifies as a visible minority.

2. 10th Largest Economy

Despite having the 38th largest population in the world, Canada has the 10th largest economy, with an output of 1.6 trillion or $48,100 per capita. Canada overtook Russia in 2015 to claim a top 10 spot. Though Canada is well-known for its wealth of natural resources, Canada’s economy is actually heavily service-oriented, with 78.9% of Canadians working in a service-related job, according to Statistics Canada.

3. Brilliant Education System

Canada spends more on education per capita than any other industrialized nation in the world and has been named the most educated country in the world. Canada is also home to some of the world’s top universities, with McGill University, the University of Toronto, McMaster University, and the University of British Columbia ranking among the world’s top 100 institutions.

One of the major reasons behind Canada’s popularity among students is its affordable quality education. The Canadian government spends generously on higher education and is among the top three countries to spend per capital on post-secondary education. Eventually, people even opt for Canada Immigration to gain Permanent Residency (PR).

4. Universal Healthcare

Canada’s universal healthcare system was adopted in the 1960s. Under the program, every province or territory in Canada has a healthcare plan which provides all residents with reasonable access to medical services, without paying out of pocket for healthcare services such as hospital visits or access to doctors.

According to The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Canada spent $6,323 per person on healthcare in 2017.

Canada has one of the world’s highest life expectancy rates at just below 82 years. That places Canada’s life expectancy at 18th in the world.

5. Beautiful and Serene Landscapes

It’s a known fact that Canada has incredible landscapes to witness! The country boasts hundreds of nationally protected parks, reserves, historical sites and hiking trails. From world-renowned parks like Banff and Jasper in Alberta, to Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, to Georgian Bay in Ontario, there’s no shortage of natural wonders to enjoy from coast to coast.

6. Pretty safe!

Canada regularly ranks among the top 10 safest nations in the world on various polls and indexes. According to the Global Peace Index of 2018, Canada was ranked the 6th most peaceful nation in the world. Isn’t that great? In general, Canada’s crime rates are low and have declined significantly since their peak in the 1980s.

7. Booming Tech Industry

Canada’s tech sector was identified as one of the largest of Canada’s economic sectors and it continues to grow. According to CompTIA’s Cyberprovinces 2019 Report, Canada’s tech industry employment has increased by an estimated 249,000 new jobs since 2010

Of the top tech markets in all of North America, four Canadian cities appear in the top 20, with Toronto coming in fourth place. The Canadian tech industry is the largest sector for research and development (R&D) spending for the entire Canadian economy.

8. Incredible Urban Life

Urban life in Canada is the bee’s knees. In the Economist’s 2017 ranking of the world’s most liveable cities, no less than three Canadian cities placed in the top ten. They were Vancouver (third), Toronto (fourth) and Calgary (fifth). The five factors were healthcare, education, environment, infrastructure and stability.

9. Delightful Climate

Canada is often associated with cold weather and snow, but in reality, its climate is as diverse as its landscape. Summers can be hot and dry on the prairies, humid in central Canada, and milder on the coasts. Spring is generally pleasant across the country. Autumns are often crisp and cool, but brightened by rich orange and red leaves on trees.

Winters are mild and wet on the west coast, in cities such as Vancouver and Victoria.

10. Two Official Languages

Unlike most countries that have one official language, Canada has two official languages. They include French and English, and they both have an equal status in Canada. Most French speakers live in the eastern province of Quebec.

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