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Which provinces and territories have the most debt?

Servicing debt takes away much-needed funds that otherwise could be used to support programs and projects. Learn which provinces and territories have the most debt.

How much does the Ontario Government collect?

In 2024-2025, the Government of Ontario collected $226.2 billion in revenue. That’s more than a $20 billion or a 10% increase from the previous year. The largest source of revenue is personal income tax which reached $55.7 billion.

How much money does the Government of Alberta collect?

In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the Government of Alberta collected $82.5 billion in revenues, up approximately 10.3% from $74.7 billion in the previous fiscal year.

What percentage of Canadians are falling behind on mortgage payments?

Across the country, the rising cost of living is straining Canadian bank accounts. For many, meeting their debt obligations, including mortgage payments, is becoming challenging. Learn what mortgage delinquency rate nationally, and how it compares from region to region.

How much does the City of Toronto collect and spend?

Toronto ranks eighth overall among all governments in Canada by budget size, ahead of many provinces and territories, and all other municipalities. Learn how much the city collects and where it spends its money.

How many electric car charging stations are in Canada?

Since 2016, Canada has been ramping up construction of key infrastructure to support Canadians switching from gas-powered vehicles to zero-emission vehicles, including electric charging stations. Dive into the data to explore how many electric charging stations there are across the country and which provinces have the most robust system.

On December 31, 2025, the UN General Assembly approved a regular budget of $3.45 billion for 2026. All members of the UN are required to contribute, but the amount varies. Learn who contributes the most and what happens when members fail to meet their financial obligations.

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How is Ontario’s public transit system funded?

How many Canadians have Registered Retirement Savings Plans?

Many Canadians rely on additional sources of income, such as Registered Retirement Savings Plans or RRSPs, to fund their retirement. Learn how many Canadians have RRSPs.

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What does it cost to operate the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)?

In 2024, the TTC recorded more than 419 million passenger trips. For many Toronto residents, it’s their primary mode of transportation getting them to and from neighbourhoods throughout the city. Explore what it costs to operate such a large public transit network.

How Ontario’s public transit system is funded

Ontario has an extensive public transit system, serviced by 106 municipal transit authorities and two provincial transit authorities, funded by revenues from fares and subsidies from municipal, provincial, and federal governments.

What are the most commonly spoken languages in Canada other than English and French?

Canada is a diverse country, and this is reflected in the number of different languages spoken by Canadians. In 2021, 3 in 10 Canadians reported being able to speak another language other than English or French.

What is the fastest growing city in Canada?

Discover Canada's fastest-growing cities (2015–2024) — from West St. Paul’s 77% surge to top gains in Ontario, Quebec & BC. Explore trends and insights.

How fast are provinces getting older?

How fast are Canadian provinces aging? Track changes from 1971 to 2024—and discover why Atlantic Canada surged while Alberta stayed young.

How many international students are enrolled in Canadian colleges and universities?

The 2022/2023 academic year saw a record high of 2,211,345 students enrolled in Canadian public post-secondary institutions. International students accounted for over one-fifth (21.6%) of the total enrollment.

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Which provinces and territories spend the most on healthcare per capita?

Across Canada, healthcare spending varies by province and territory. Learn which region of Canada spends the most per capita on healthcare.

What are the top reasons people are admitted to hospitals in Canada?

Discover what lands Canadians in the hospital most often. In 2023–2024, the top causes were childbirth, COPD/bronchitis, heart failure, pneumonia, and knee osteoarthritis.

How much is spent on health care in Canada?

Canada’s health care costs reached $336 billion in 2022, averaging $8,645 per person. See how spending has shifted since 1975 and what public funds cover.

Which province has the highest life expectancy?

Who lives the longest in Canada? In 2023, the longest life expectancies are in Quebec, Ontario, BC, while Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, and Saskatchewan rank lowest.

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What are the main causes of wildfires in Canada?

Canada's wildland fires can affect communities, wildlife and air quality far beyond where they begin. Wildfire trends, causes and burned areas reveal that while humans start more fires, naturally caused fires account for most of the land burned.

What are conservation authorities?

Ontario is the only province or territory in Canada with Conservation Authorities. There are 36 across the province — 31 in southern Ontario with 5 in northern Ontario responsible for protecting land and water from natural hazards such as flooding, drought, erosion, and deforestation.

What are critical minerals and where are they found in Canada?

Canada is a global mining powerhouse, boasting abundant reserves of the critical minerals that underpin tomorrow’s technology. It has active mines, smelters, refineries, and a robust pipeline of advanced‑stage projects in every province and territory except Prince Edward Island.

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How does voter turnout in Ontario compare across the various levels of government?

Ontario’s municipal elections have a major impact on everyday life, yet voter turnout remains significantly lower than in federal and provincial elections. See how turnout in municipal elections compares with federal and provincial elections, and which cities had the highest turnout during the 2022 elections.

What does it cost to operate the Toronto Public Library?

The Toronto Public Library (TPL) is more than a network of book-lending branches—it is one of the city’s most heavily used public services and a cornerstone of civic life. Learn about its funding and expenses, the scale of its branch network, and patterns of use across locations.

How much does the Ontario government spend on research funding?

In 2024-2025, Ontario’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities committed $148.5 million in research funding, $90 million less than the previous year. From 2019-2020 to 2024-2025, over $772 billion was committed to early- and advanced-stage projects.

What is the average turnout for Canadian general elections?

Curious about how many Canadians vote? Since 1867, the average turnout is around 70.4%. Peaks hit 79.4% in 1958 and dipped to a low of 58.8% in 2008.

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The average cost of milk in Canada inches upward

The average price of 2 litres of milk across Canada in February 2026, was $5.47, up $0.06 from the month before, and $0.13 more expensive than the same period from a year ago. Explore how the price of milk has changed across provinces.

The average price of regular gasoline in Canada is $1.74 per litre

Canadians are spending more at the pumps. On April 23, 2026, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline across Canada was 174.3 cents per litre. Learn how gasoline prices in Canada have been fluctuating since the start of the conflict in the Middle East.

Canadians are choosing to retire later

In 2025, the average age of Canadians exiting the workforce and starting their retirement reached 64.5 years, the same as the previous year, and up from 61.6 years in 2000.

One in three adults in Canada is obese

The proportion of Canadian adults aged 18 and older with obesity has been increasing steadily over the past few decades. In 2024, one in three (30.8%) adults in Canada had obesity, compared to one in five (20.5%) in 2000.

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