Canada: 8th most peaceful country in the world

AUSSIE TRAVELLERS SEEK 'SAFE' ADVENTURES IN CANADA

Canada ranks in top 10 most peaceful countries in the world #ExploreCanada

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The tenth edition of the Global Peace Index released this month by international think-tank Institute for Economics & Peace ranks Canada 8th most peaceful country in the world, ahead of Australia and Japan.

As the gap between the most and least peaceful countries continues to widen, due to increased terrorism and political instability, Australian travellers are seeking destinations like Canada that offer incredible experiences without the threat of violence or unrest.

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"In 2015, more than 279,000 Australians travelled to Canada, and this figure is set to rise again in 2016," said Donna Campbell, Managing Director Destination Canada, GSA Australia.

"We know that Australian travellers want to get off the beaten track, explore amazing wilderness, witness incredible wildlife, and immerse themselves in local culture, but they want to do it in a safe environment."

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Predictably, the Global Peace Index ranks Canada much higher for safety than the USA (ranked 103), and also places it ahead of Singapore, Sweden, Italy, Germany, Spain, and the UK.

"With the increasing number of terrorist attacks in Europe, mass shootings in the US, as well as political unrest in Asia and the Middle East, Canada is becoming the ideal destination for outdoor and urban adventures in a safe, non-violent environment," said Donna.

"One thing is certain: Australians won't stop seeking new experiences in far-flung destinations, and every year more and more Aussies are travelling to Canada for some of the world's best road trips, events, urban adventures, wildlife, and winter sports, in destinations that are exhilarating, yet free from terrorism and conflict."

Getting there: Air Canada flies daily from Sydney and Brisbane to Vancouver, connecting through to the eastern provinces. For great Canada travel deals and packages click HERE

ABOUT THE GLOBAL PEACE INDEX

The Global Peace Index is the world's leading measure of global peacefulness produced by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). It gauges ongoing international and domestic conflict, safety and security in society, and the degree of militarization in 163 countries and territories by taking into account 23 indicators.

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