Wednesday, August 26, 2009

The Canada

Canada is the third largest country in the world, after Russia and China. Almost half of Canada’s land area is covered by forest and it exports more timber, pulp and newsprint than any other country. Canada also has a successful fishing industry and lots of natural resources, such as minerals and metals. Its varied landscape attracts millions of tourists each year. Famous Canadian landmarks include Niagara Falls and the Rocky Mountains. It is occupied by various groups of Aboriginal people. Canada was formed as a federal dominion of four provinces. Canada is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy. This country has a parliamentary government with strong democratic tradition. Canada is reliant upon its own abundant natural resources and upon trade – particularly with the United States. As a matter of fact, the both countries Canada and the United States of America has had a long and complex relationship. Both the countries, share the world’s longest undefended border, work together on military campaigns and are the largest trading partner.