Country Facts:
Canada vs. Belgium
Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Belgium by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Canada vs. Belgium - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Belgium is 11 787 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 32606% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Belgium has a coastline of 41.6 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in Belgium is Antwerp, where the population is 502 604.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Belgium is Signal de Botrange, which rises to a height of 2 277 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Belgium the highest temperature was 101.8°F and was recorded in Uccle.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Belgium, the lowest temperature was -22.2°F and was recorded in Valley of the Lesse in Rochefort.
Society
Canada vs. Belgium - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Belgium is home to 11 589 623 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 81.7 years in Belgium.
Average age
The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 41.6 years in Belgium.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 0.59% in Belgium.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 99.0% in Belgium.
Language
In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Belgium the primary language is French, Dutch, German.
Religion
In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Belgium, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Canada: 48 091 Int$. Belgium: 52 627 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Belgium: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).
Driving side
Canada has right-hand traffic, Belgium has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Belgium - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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