Canada fertility

In 2024, Canada’s fertility indicators show stable but slightly declining birth rates and rising maternal age, with distinct global mid-to-low rankings.

• Total maternal rate steady, ranked 30th out of 39 countries globally
• Children per mother near 2.2, holding 14th place worldwide
• Average maternal age increased to 30.5 years, ranked 12th internationally
• Childlessness rising, Canada ranks 10th highest globally

The interactive Barometer contains the latest charts, comparisons and methodological notes.