What is Canada’s approximate population?
- About 10 million
- About 100 million
- About 330 million
- About 42 million
Answer: About 42 million
Statistics Canada estimated Canada’s population at about 41.8 million on July 1, 2026. Discover Canada, written earlier, says about 34 million. Most Canadians live in cities, but many also live in small towns and rural areas.
Learn more: Size, borders and population
- Canada is the second largest country on earth, at about 10 million square kilometres.
- Three oceans: the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Arctic Ocean to the north.
- The Canada–United States boundary runs along Canada’s southern edge.
- Canada and the U.S.A. are committed to a safe, secure and efficient border.
- The border is traditionally known as “the world’s longest undefended border.” Millions of people cross it safely every year.
- Population: about 41.8 million people (July 2026 estimate).
- Most Canadians live in cities, but many live in small towns and rural areas.