Canada's fertility rate hits historic low of 1.26 children per woman in 2023, mirroring a 3% US decline.

Canada's fertility rate fell to a historic low of 1.26 children per woman in 2023, as reported by Statistics Canada. This decline aligns with a 3% decrease in U.S. fertility rates from 2022 to 2024, according to the CDC. Contributing factors include delayed parenthood, fewer marriages, and rising numbers of single adults. Both nations face concerns over these trends, which echo patterns observed in other low-fertility countries like South Korea and Italy.

September 27, 2024
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