Geography & Regions
Great Lakes and natural features
Canada's geography is defined by enormous distances, vast freshwater systems, and three bordering oceans. Knowing the main features helps with geography questions.
Key facts
- ◆ Canada is the second-largest country in the world by total area.
- ◆ The Great Lakes lie on the border between Canada and the United States.
- ◆ The St. Lawrence River is the principal route into the interior of the continent.
- ◆ Canada borders three oceans: the Atlantic, the Pacific, and the Arctic.