Canada
Country statistics · 1990–present
Canada at a Glance
Canada is home to 41.3 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing slowly. At a GDP per capita of $68,607, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 82.1 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 41.3 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 8.9 and a death rate of 7.9 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 1.0 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 41,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Canada is a major economy by global standards, with a total GDP that is projected at $2.9 trillion (2029 IMF projection). At $68,607 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.7% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 6.1% (2029 IMF projection), indicating moderate unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 82.1 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $6,378 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 94.4% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 96.9% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.