Country Facts:
Poland vs. Canada
Learn about the similarities and differences between Poland and Canada by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Poland vs. Canada - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi², while the surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 3093% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Poland has a coastline of 273.4 mi, while Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Poland is Warsaw, with a population of about 1 735 440 people. In contrast, the largest city in Canada is Toronto, where the population is 2 615 060.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Poland is Rysy (north-western peak), its height is 8 199 ft. The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, which rises to a height of 19 551 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Poland, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Prószków, while in Canada the highest temperature was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Poland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Siedlce, while in Canada, the lowest temperature was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon.
Society
Poland vs. Canada - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Poland is about 37 846 611, while Canada is home to 37 742 154 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 78.5 years in Poland and 83.6 years in Canada.
Average age
The average age is 41.9 years in Poland and 41.8 years in Canada.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.23% in Poland and 0.77% in Canada.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.8% in Poland and 99.0% in Canada.
Language
In Poland, the main language is Polish, and in Canada the primary language is English, French.
Religion
In Poland, the main religion is Christianity; in Canada, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Poland: 34 406 Int$. Canada: 48 091 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).
Driving side
Poland has right-hand traffic, Canada has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Poland - May, June, July, August; Canada - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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