Country Facts:
Canada vs. Switzerland

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 24085% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, where the population is 390 474.

Highest recorded temperature

In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Switzerland the highest temperature was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District.

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Switzerland is home to 8 654 622 people.

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 42.7 years in Switzerland.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 99.0% in Switzerland.

Religion

In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. Switzerland: 71 761 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Switzerland - July, August.

Visa requirements

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