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Canada & the European Union

"From our continued promotion of peace, prosperity & democracy in the world, to our efforts at combatting organized crime & promoting cooperation in northern and academic spheres - the ties of family, commerce & values that make Canada & the European Union such close friends are rooted in our history of working together on global issues."

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Quick Comparison

CanadaEuropean Union
Government LeaderThe Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper(Rotating Schedule)
AmbassadorH.E. Ross HornbyH.E. Matthias Brinkmann
Government TypeParliamentary DemocracySupranational Union
Independence/CreationJuly 1, 1867May 9, 1950
Population34 million500 million
Area9 976 140 square kms4 324 782 square kms
Divisions10 provinces, 3 territories27 countries
CapitalOttawa, OntarioBrussels, Belgium
Major Religion43% Roman Catholicn/a
G.D.P.$1.6 trillion U.S.$16.4 trillion U.S.

See also
Canada & the World

External Links
European Union Official Website
Mission of Canada to the European Union Official Website

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