Guyana
Guyana at a glance
Population: 765,283 (2005e)
Capital: Georgetown
Currency: Guyanese dollars
Language: English (official)
Literacy: 98.1% (98.6% M / 97.5% F)
Life Expectancy: 63 (60 M / 65 F)
UN Development Index (2005): 107 / 177 countries
Source: International Trade Canada
Country Information
Guyana Fact Sheet
From International Trade Canada, this page provides up to date background information on Guyana including political and economic data .
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CIA World Fact Book
The best site for a quick overview of Guyana. Includes basic information on geography, people, government, economy, transportation and more.
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US Department of State
Provides some basic background information on Guyana.
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Resources for Canadians
Centre for Intercultural Learning - Guyana
Discover the cultural aspects of doing business in Guyana from what to wear to non-verbal communication. A superb site.
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Canadian High Commission in Guyana
This High Commission serves Guyana and provides information for Canadians.
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Guyana Travel Report
The current travel report from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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Sources of project financing - Guyana
A list of possible sources of funding.
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