In 2023, the prevalence of anemia among children under 5 in Canada was approximately 13.9%. From 2024 to 2028, the forecasted prevalence shows a gradual increase from 14% to 14.7%. Notable is the consistency in year-on-year growth, indicating a steady rise. The annual increases are 0.1 to 0.2 percentage points, reflecting a compound annual growth rate that signals a sustained moderate upward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Initiatives aimed at nutrition and health improvements that could alter the prevalence rates.
Policy changes focused on early childhood health and nutrition.
Socioeconomic factors and their impact on health access and education.