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Country Facts:
Canada vs. Iraq

Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Iraq by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Canada vs. Iraq - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Iraq is 169 235 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 2178% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
3 855 103 mi²
169 235 mi²

Coastline length

Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Iraq has a coastline of 36.0 mi.

125 566.7 mi
36.0 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 Iraq is Baghdad, where the population is 7 216 040.

2 615 060 ppl
7 216 040 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Iraq is Hasār-i Rōst, which rises to a height of 11 837 ft.

19 551 ft
Mount Logan
11 837 ft
Hasār-i Rōst

Highest recorded temperature

In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Iraq the highest temperature was 127.4°F and was recorded in Ali Air Base, Nasiriyah.

113°F
Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan
127.4°F
Ali Air Base, Nasiriyah

Lowest recorded temperature

In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Iraq, the lowest temperature was 0.3°F and was recorded in Mosul, Ninawa Governorate.

-81.4°F
Snag, Yukon
0.3°F
Mosul, Ninawa Governorate

Society

Canada vs. Iraq - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Iraq is home to 40 222 493 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
37 742 154 ppl
40 222 493 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 72.9 years in Iraq.

83.6 years
72.9 years

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 21.2 years in Iraq.

41.8 years
21.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 2.06% in Iraq.

0.77%
2.06%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 85.6% in Iraq.

99.0%
85.6%

Language

In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Iraq the primary language is Arabic.

english, french
arabic

Religion

In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Iraq, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

17 971 000 ppl
Ranking: 28/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. Iraq: 9 503 Int$.

48 091 Int$
Ranking: 30/194
9 503 Int$
Ranking: 81/194

Currency

Canada: Canadian Dollar (CAD). Iraq: Iraqi Dinar (IQD).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CAD
Canadian Dollar
IQD
Iraqi Dinar

Practical information

Electricity

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

120V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, D, G

Driving side

Canada has right-hand traffic, Iraq has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURCADUSDIQD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Iraq - March, April, November.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Do not travel
Level 4

Visa requirements

For citizens of France (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Electronic visa required
A visa is required but can be obtained online (e-Visa).
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B70 EUR - 91 EUR
T150 EUR - 203 EUR
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