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Diving into the data of Canada’s largest public library system
Diving into the data of Canada’s largest public library system

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.

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How much does the Ontario government spend on research funding?
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.

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What is the average turnout for Canadian general elections?
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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What are majority and minority governments?
What are majority and minority governments?

Following a general election, there are generally two outcomes: the formation of a majority or minority government. We break down what they are and how they function.

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Environment

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What are conservation authorities?
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.

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What are critical minerals and where are they found in Canada?
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 much forest does Canada have?
How much forest does Canada have?

Canada covers 9.98 million square kilometers, making it the second largest country in the world. In 2022, Canada forests made up 3.67 million square kilometers (367 million hectares), or almost 37% of the country’s total land area. These forests account for approximately 9% of the world's forests and 25% of the world’s boreal forest.

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Population

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

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How Ontario’s public transit system is funded
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.

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

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What is the fastest growing city in Canada?
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.

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Economy

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How much does the City of Toronto collect and spend?
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.

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How many electric car charging stations are in Canada?
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.

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How many Canadians have registered retirement savings plans?
How many Canadians have registered retirement savings plans?

Registered Retirement Saving Plans or RRSPs are an important part of the retirements savings equation for many Canadians. These plans provide additional funds upon retirement, giving people an added level of financial security. Learn how many Canadians invest in RRSPs.

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How many Canadian workers are unionized?
How many Canadian workers are unionized?

In 2023, Statistics Canada reported that 5.3 million Canadians—about 3 in 10 employees—were covered by collective bargaining agreements. Of which 76.7% of public sector employees were unionized compared to 15.5% of employees in the private sector.

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Health

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

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

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How much is spent on health care in Canada?
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.

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Which province has the highest life expectancy?
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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Crime

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How prevalent are homicides in Canada?
How prevalent are homicides in Canada?

See how rare homicides are in Canada: in 2024, there were 788 cases—or just 0.13% of violent crimes—with a national rate of 1.91 per 100,000 and varied provincial stats.