
Canada: resident population 2022, by gender and age group
Canadian demographics
The average age of the Canadian resident population was about 41 years in 2022, with Newfoundland and Labrador having the oldest average population, and Nunavut having the youngest average population. Additionally, the majority of Canadians, both males and females, are single. The next largest group of Canadians are married, but not separated.
Immigration to Canada
Much like the United States, Canada is an immigrant nation, and many of its residents have immigrant backgrounds. Additionally, immigration to Canada has been steadily increasing since 2000, making the country a diverse melting pot for people of all backgrounds.