Definition

Proper noun * Capital of Canada: The official seat of government and administrative center of the country of Canada. This refers specifically to the city of Ottawa, which is located in southeastern Ontario on the southern bank of the Ottawa River, directly across from the province of Quebec.

Usage

This term is used to formally or specifically identify the city that serves as the national capital of Canada. It is often used in geographical, political, and educational contexts.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Ottawa is the capital of Canada.
  • The Prime Minister's residence is in the capital of Canada.
  • We learned that the capital of Canada is not its largest city.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in contrast to other major Canadian cities (e.g., Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver) to clarify Ottawa's unique political status.
• It is commonly found in quiz questions, trivia, and educational materials about world capitals.

Variants and Related Words

• Ottawa (n): The name of the city itself. "Capital of Canada" and "Ottawa" are often used interchangeably, though "Ottawa" can refer to the city's other attributes (e.g., its culture, sports teams) beyond its political function.
• National capital (n): A general term for the city that serves as the seat of government for a nation.

Synonyms

• Ottawa
• Canada's capital

Related Phrases

• Seat of government: A formal phrase describing the location where a government's central offices are situated.
  • Ottawa, the capital of Canada, is the seat of government for the federal parliament.

Noun

1. the capital of Canada (located in southeastern Ontario across the Ottawa river from Quebec)