As of 2024, the caesarean section rate in Canada is forecasted to increase steadily, from 610 per hundred thousand women in 2024 to 628.9 in 2028. This represents an approximate average annual growth rate of 0.75%. Compared to 2023, where the rate stood at 602, there's an overall visible growth. Year-on-year increases show a slight but consistent upwards trend in the frequency of caesarean sections over this period.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes in healthcare, advancements in medical procedures, and shifts in demographic factors such as maternal age and population health. These could affect both the demand for, and the rate of, caesarean sections in upcoming years.
