The canvas in Spaces is very similar to projects.
The canvas displays layers and base map data.
You can navigate using orbit, pan, and zoom.
You can view the map in top view or 3D.
Map Tools
The Map Toolbar is identical to the one you use in Projects.
Change the basemap style, or toggle on orbit mode
Align to North
Zoom in/out or to Space center
Toggle 2D/3D
Top Bar
One of the major differences between Spaces and Projects is you cannot draw in Spaces.
The top toolbar in Spaces reflects this difference.
The toolbar features:
Large Map Search
Measure area and length