Canada

Languages:

Canada is a North American country with a population of over 38 million people. It has two official languages, English and French. English is the most commonly spoken language, with approximately 56% of the population speaking it as their first language. French is spoken by approximately 21% of the population, mainly concentrated in the province of Quebec. Other languages are also widely spoken in Canada, reflecting its multicultural nature. Mandarin, Cantonese, Punjabi, Spanish, and Arabic are some of the most spoken non-official languages in the country. According to the 2016 census, over 7.5 million Canadians speak a language other than English or French at home.

Religion:

Canada is a religiously diverse country, with no official state religion. Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in Canada, with approximately 67% of the population identifying as Christian. The Roman Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination in the country, with approximately 38% of the population belonging to the Church. Protestant denominations, including Anglican, United Church, and Baptist, are also widely practiced. Other religions in Canada include Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Judaism, and Buddhism, with each accounting for less than 5% of the population. Additionally, approximately 23% of Canadians identify as having no religious affiliation. Canada is known for its religious diversity and its commitment to religious freedom and tolerance.

Ethnic Groups:

Canadian 32.3%, English 18.3%, Scottish 13.9%, French 13.6%, Irish 13.4%, German 9.6%, Chinese 5.1%, Italian 4.6%, North American Indian 4.4%, East Indian 4%, other 51.6% (2016 est.) note: percentages add up to more than 100% because respondents were able to identify more than one ethnic origin