The forecasted density of professional nurses and midwives employed in hospitals in Canada from 2024 to 2028 remains constant at 5.0 health professionals per thousand persons. In 2023, this density was also at 5.0. This stability indicates no year-on-year variation or compound annual growth rate over this period and the preceding two years.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in healthcare policy, demand fluctuations due to demographic shifts, and technological advancements in healthcare. These factors could influence the workforce supply and demand dynamics, potentially altering this stable density forecast. It will be crucial to monitor these elements to anticipate shifts in the density of healthcare professionals.
