Canada Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Canada's net migration was 326,204 in 2025, ranked 212th globally. This represents a 11.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Canada's net migration stood at 326,204 in 2025, a decline of +42,395 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 406,486 by 2026. Canada ranked 212th globally.
Canada’s net migration has risen sharply from 49,694.00 in 1960 to 326,204.00 in 2025, placing the country at rank 212 globally. The upward trajectory accelerated after the early 2000s, culminating in an all‑time peak of 459,988.00 in 2022, while the lowest recorded inflow occurred in 1961 with 34,721.00. Over the 66‑year span, the figure more than sextupled, reflecting a sustained pull from Canada’s immigration‑friendly policies, demographic aging and labour‑market demands. Compared with peer nations, Canada’s 2025 net migration exceeds Sudan’s 291,469.00 but remains below the United Kingdom’s 389,911.00, illustrating its intermediate position among high‑income destinations. The persistent rise suggests that, barring major policy shifts or global disruptions, net migration will likely continue to expand, supporting population growth and economic activity in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 439,143 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 422,814 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 406,486 | - | - |
| 2025 | 326,204 | −42,395 | #212 |
| 2024 | 368,599 | −65,243 | #212 |
| 2023 | 433,842 | −26,146 | #209 |
| 2022 | 459,988 | +261,121 | #208 |
| 2021 | 198,867 | −57,725 | #206 |
| 2020 | 256,592 | −131,093 | #211 |
| 2019 | 387,685 | −32,539 | #211 |
| 2018 | 420,224 | +47,539 | #212 |
| 2017 | 372,685 | +43,230 | #209 |
| 2016 | 329,455 | +105,123 | #210 |
| 2015 | 224,332 | +31,448 | #205 |
| 2014 | 192,884 | −46,929 | #201 |
| 2013 | 239,813 | −3,935 | #205 |
| 2012 | 243,748 | +16,673 | #206 |
| 2011 | 227,075 | +1,706 | #206 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Canada matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Canada's net migration was 326,204 in 2025. Ranked 212th globally. This represents a 11.5% decrease from the previous year.
Canada's net migration peaked at 459,988 in 2022.
The lowest net migration in Canada was 34,721 in 1961.
Canada ranks 212th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Canada's net migration is projected to reach 406,486 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Canada in 2025 was 326,204. This ranks 212th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_canada_net-migration,
title = {Canada Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/canada/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}