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Using Population Projections for Canada, Provinces and Territories

Image: Population Projections for Canada, Provinces and Territories; How will Canada's population grow in the coming decades?

Demographic phenomena can impact various sectors of society. For example, the demand for public services such as schools, hospitals, daycare centres, roads and so on is in large part determined by population characteristics. Similarly, marketing strategies are influenced by the size and structure of the population.

Population Projections for Canada, Provinces and Territories provides planners, researchers and analysts with information they can use to:

  • Assess the future needs for programs and services
  • Plan for population changes
  • Identify emerging market trends
  • Develop marketing strategies
  • …and much more