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Health
Get the bigger picture on the health of Canadians. Dive in to find out the average life expectancy of Canadians and how it varies across the country. We also look at the leading causes of death, and look at how access to care differs by region, cities, and other key factors. Our Canada Facts series explores insights about Canada, all backed by solid data and designed to keep you informed and intrigued.
What are the leading causes of death in Canada?
In 2023, cancer, heart disease, and accidents were the top causes of death, accounting for over 163,000 or about 50% of the nearly 325,000 deaths that year. Cerebrovascular diseases, such as strokes and brain hemorrhages, ranked fourth, followed by chronic lower respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. The top five accounted for 58% of all deaths that year.