The forecast for Higher Education Total R&D Personnel in Canada from 2024 to 2028 demonstrates a slight annual decrease from 29.88 researchers in 2024 to 29.84 in 2028. This data reflects a consistent downward trend since 2023, with negligible year-on-year variation, indicating a slight but steady contraction in the sector. Over the past five years, there has been a minimal annual decrease in the number of researchers, as shown by the negligible CAGR.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the impact of government policies on research funding, the attraction of international talent, advancements in technology which may alter research dynamics, and possible shifts in student preferences toward emerging disciplines that could influence R&D personnel demand.
