The number of practising physicians aged 35-44 in Canada is forecasted to experience a steady increase from 27.37 thousand in 2024 to 30.46 thousand by 2028. This represents a notable upward trend, with the number of physicians consistently rising across each forecast year. The year-on-year growth rates are approximately 2.85% from 2024 to 2025, 2.77% from 2025 to 2026, 2.66% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.56% from 2027 to 2028.

Looking ahead, factors influencing future trends include:

Government policies on healthcare funding and workforce planning.
Migration patterns influencing the demographic composition of the medical workforce.
The impact of technological advancements on healthcare practices could affect workforce requirements.