Canada’s population contracts, driven by cuts to temporary resident programs
Canada’s population declined in the third quarter of 2025, according to newly-released preliminary estimates by Statistics Canada. Between July 1 and October 1, 2025, Canada’s population decreased by 76,068 (-0.2%). This is the first time Statistics Canada’s quarterly population estimates have shown a population decrease in 2025. Angus Reid wants your opinion Statistics Canada notes
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Canada’s population declined in the third quarter of 2025, according to newly-released preliminary estimates by Statistics Canada. Between July 1 and October 1, 2025, Canada’s population decreased by 76,068 (-0.2%). This is the first time Statistics Canada’s quarterly population estimates have shown a population decrease in 2025. Angus Reid wants your opinion Statistics Canada notes […]
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