Canada Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Canada's government revenue was 42.45% in 2025, ranked 35th globally. This represents a 0.6% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Canada's government revenue stood at 42.45% in 2025, a decline of +0.25% from 2024. The IMF projects 42.45% by 2025. Canada ranked 35th globally.
Canada's government revenue as a percentage of GDP has experienced a moderate trajectory over the past four decades, with the country averaging a ranking of approximately 35 globally. At its peak in 1998, Canada's government revenue reached 43.55% of GDP, but it has since declined to 42.45% in 2025. Although this decline has been gradual, Canada's government revenue has maintained a relatively stable position compared to its peer countries, such as Belarus, which currently ranks 9th globally with a revenue of 42.79% of GDP. The all-time low of 36.90% in 1980 set a baseline for the country's subsequent revenue growth, which was interrupted by the 1998 peak. Given the relatively stable global economic environment, Canada's government revenue is likely to continue along its current trajectory, with any significant deviations dependent on changes in taxation policies or shifts in the country's economic landscape.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 41.72% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 41.73% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 41.85% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 41.93% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 42.10% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 42.45% | - | - |
| 2025 | 42.45% | −0.25% | #35 |
| 2024 | 42.70% | +0.53% | #33 |
| 2023 | 42.17% | +0.98% | #34 |
| 2022 | 41.19% | −1.23% | #36 |
| 2021 | 42.41% | +1.00% | #31 |
| 2020 | 41.41% | +0.84% | #31 |
| 2019 | 40.57% | −0.45% | #37 |
| 2018 | 41.02% | +0.68% | #33 |
| 2017 | 40.34% | +0.04% | #32 |
| 2016 | 40.30% | +0.34% | #31 |
| 2015 | 39.96% | +1.41% | #36 |
| 2014 | 38.55% | +0.08% | #41 |
| 2013 | 38.47% | +0.06% | #46 |
| 2012 | 38.40% | +0.13% | #46 |
| 2011 | 38.27% | −0.06% | #45 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Canada matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The headline regarding how BC Conservatives learned to love deficits and the NDP's cautious approach is relevant, as provincial fiscal policies can influence economic activity and the tax base within Canada, indirectly affecting federal
Frequently Asked Questions
Canada's government revenue was 42.45% in 2025. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 0.6% decrease from the previous year.
Canada's government revenue peaked at 43.55% in 1998.
The lowest government revenue in Canada was 36.90% in 1980.
Canada ranks 35th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Canada's government revenue is projected to reach 42.45% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Canada in 2025 was 42.45%. This ranks 35th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_canada_government-revenue,
title = {Canada Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/canada/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}