Which five lakes together make up the largest body of fresh water in Canada and the US?

The five lakes that together make up the largest body of fresh water in Canada and the United States are Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario. Collectively known as the Great Lakes, they cover a total area of approximately 94,250 square miles and hold about 20% of the world's unfrozen surface freshwater. These lakes are interconnected and play a vital role in the ecology, economy, and transportation of the region.