Want to track down the mythical Ogopogo, ice-skate on the Atlantic Ocean or get your hands on a polar bear-shaped number plate? Then Canada is a must. Check out local writer Amanda Scriver’s fascinating facts

Drake’s been showing the world why it’s cool to be Canadian for years now (minus a few dodgy dance moves), by acting as our unofficial ambassador. And while it’s in our nature to stay humble about our “home and native land”, the rapper really is on to something – Canada is truly iconic. From coast to coast there’s a lot to love about the country, but you don’t get a landmass as huge and diverse as Canada’s, without having some serious eccentricities. In the spirit of all things quirky, we’re going to delve into some of the most unusual facts about our country and Canadian life.

Twenty per cent of the world’s fresh water is in Canada, and it has more lakes than any other country. These lakes cover almost 9% of Canada’s total area
Picture this: it’s a hot summer day and all you want to do is slide on a bathing suit and jump in a lake. Well, if you spend a summer in Canada, you could do just that and you’d be taking a dip in some of the cleanest waters on the planet. We’re personally fond of Horseshoe Lake in Jasper national park. Known for its cold, but clear, turquoise water and high cliffs, it will create the best summer memories with family or friends.