Demographics of Canada

As of 2026, the population of Canada is projected at 40.47 million, compared to 40.13 million in 2025. It is the third-most populous country in North America and ranks 38th in the world, accounting for 0.49% of the global population and 6.51% of North America's population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 0.79%, placing Canada 113th among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 20.09 million males and 20.38 million females in Canada. The male population accounts for 49.65%, compared to 50.35% for females. Canada has 283k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 98.61 males per 100 females. Canada ranks 127th globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In Canada, approximately 361k babies are born each year, the 66th highest number of births of any country, accounting for about 0.27% of global births, which is roughly 990 per day, or 41 per hour. Meanwhile, around 331k people die annually, the 33rd highest death toll in the world, making up nearly 0.52% of global deaths, or about 908 per day, or 38 per hour.

In 2026, the average life expectancy at birth in Canada is expected to reach 83.05 years, which is 9.29 years higher than the global average. This places the country at 26th worldwide and second within North America behind Saint Barthélemy. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Ireland, Israel, and Portugal.

In 2026, Canada's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected at 1.33 children per woman, well below the global average. This places Canada 30th lowest worldwide and seventh lowest in North America, putting it on par with countries such as Jamaica, Austria, and Albania in terms of overall fertility.

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Canada population

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Demographics Indicators

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Canada death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Canada

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Canada population by Age Group (2026)