Where Is Ontario Located in Canada?

Ontario is one of Canada's 13 provinces and territories, situated in the east-central region of the country. It shares borders with Manitoba to the west, Quebec to the east, and the U.S. states of Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York to the south. The province also boasts extensive coastlines along Hudson Bay and James Bay to the north, as well as the Great Lakes—Superior, Huron, Erie, and Ontario—to the south.

As Canada's most populous province, Ontario is home to nearly 40% of the country's population. Its capital, Toronto, is the nation's largest city and a global hub for finance, culture, and diversity. Ottawa, the federal capital of Canada, also lies within Ontario's boundaries.