What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. They cover a broad range of social and economic development issues, including poverty, hunger, health, education, climate change, gender equality, water, sanitation, energy, environment and social justice, with a focus on the most vulnerable and a commitment that "no one will be left behind."
Learn more about Canada and the Sustainable Development Goals.
New Infographics
This year, Statistics Canada will be releasing 17 infographics, one for each SDG. This series will highlight Canada’s progress made towards each goal. We reviewed the first three goals earlier this summer. Join us as we continue this series and explore the next three goals:
- Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
- Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
- Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
See all of the SDG infographics.
In Canada, the average annual cost of tuition for an undergraduate degree in 2022-2023 is $6,834.
Women remain underrepresented in senior management roles, representing only 31% of all senior managers in 2021.
Almost half of long-term drinking water advisories on public systems on reserves were lifted in 2021, leaving 36 still in effect at the end of the year.
Contact information
For more information, contact the Statistical Information Service (toll-free 1-800-263-1136; 514-283-8300; infostats@statcan.gc.ca) or Media Relations (statcan.mediahotline-ligneinfomedias.statcan@statcan.gc.ca).