In 2023, the share of female practicing physicians aged 35 or less in Canada was slightly above 53.5%. The forecasts for 2024 to 2028 suggest a gradual decline from 53.49% down to 52.93%, indicating a subtle downward trend. Between 2024 and 2025, the decrease is marginal at approximately 0.3%, and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period sits at around -0.2% annually.

Future trends to watch for:

Policies promoting gender equality in medical schools could alter these forecasts.
Shifts in healthcare demands may encourage more female doctors to enter specialized fields, potentially affecting overall demographic trends.
Economic conditions and cultural norms may influence career decisions among women, impacting these projections.