In 2023, international students constituted approximately 36.22% of total doctoral enrollments in Canada. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase in their percentage, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 1.46% over five years. Yearly increments hover around 1.2% to 1.4%, indicating moderate but consistent growth.

Future trends to watch:

Intensifying international recruitment efforts by Canadian universities could boost these figures further.
Policy changes on student visas could significantly impact international enrollment figures.
Global economic conditions might influence students' decisions to study abroad, affecting these trends.