Geography

Canada Quiz

Hockey, maple syrup, and the second-largest country on Earth — how well do you know Canada?

Canada Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Stretching nearly 10 million square kilometres from the Atlantic to the Pacific to the Arctic, Canada is the second-largest country on Earth by total area. From the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia to the fishing villages of Newfoundland, from the bilingual streets of Montreal to the vast tundra of Nunavut, this quiz covers provinces and territories, history, culture, wildlife, famous Canadians, and everything that makes the Great White North unique.

How It Works

Each round presents 10 randomized questions from a pool of 50, with four multiple-choice options and instant feedback after every answer. Your final score comes with a performance tier and shareable results.

What You'll Learn

You'll explore Canada's 13 provinces and territories, test your knowledge of Confederation and key moments in Canadian history, discover facts about iconic wildlife like moose and polar bears, and learn about the country's rich multicultural heritage, bilingual identity, and contributions to sports, music, and film.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many provinces and territories does Canada have?

Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories, for a total of 13 administrative divisions. The provinces are British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. The three territories are Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

What is the capital of Canada?

Ottawa, located in the province of Ontario on the border with Quebec, is the capital of Canada. It was chosen as the capital by Queen Victoria in 1857. Despite being the capital, Ottawa is only the fourth-largest city in Canada by population, behind Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary.

Is Canada bigger than the United States?

Yes, Canada is larger than the United States in total area. Canada covers approximately 9.98 million square kilometres compared to the US at about 9.83 million square kilometres. However, the US has a much larger population — roughly 340 million compared to Canada's approximately 41 million. Most of Canada's population lives within 200 kilometres of the US border.

Last updated: March 2026