Canadians in the United Arab Emirates
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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 40,000 (2014)[1] 0.42% of the UAE's population[1] |
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| Regions with significant populations | |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | |
| Languages | |
| Canadian English · Arabic | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Canadians |
Canadians in the United Arab Emirates are residents of the United Arab Emirates who originate from Canada.
Demographics[edit]
As of 2014, there were over 40,000 Canadians living in the country.[1][2] This includes around 12,000 Arab Canadians.[3] The total population has experienced an increase since 2007, when the number of Canadians was around 12,000.[4]
Education[edit]
There are some Canadian-curriculum international schools in the UAE serving expatriate students,[5][6] as well as a Canadian University of Dubai.
Organisations[edit]
Canada has an embassy in Abu Dhabi and a consulate-general in Dubai.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "UAE´s population – by nationality". BQ Magazine. 12 April 2015. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
- ^ "Canada may limit services for dual citizens". Gulf News. 15 January 2014. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
- ^ "A Canadian model for the Gulf". The Globe and Mail. 28 August 2009. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
- ^ "Dubai Mighty Camels playing our game". Canada.com. 11 December 2007. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
- ^ "Homepage". Canadian International School Abu Dhabi. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
- ^ "Home". Ontario International Canadian School. Retrieved 12 July 2015.
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