Forecast: Number of Secure Internet Servers in Canada

The number of secure internet servers in Canada has shown significant growth over the years, reaching 1,910,700 in 2023. From 2013 to 2023, the sector experienced both volatile and steady growth, marked by triple-digit percentage increases in some years, such as 2016 and 2017. The annual growth rate has gradually declined but remained positive. The forecast from 2024 predicts continued increase, with a more moderate forecasted CAGR of 4.51% over the next five years leading to 2,543,200 servers in 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

• Emerging technologies such as 5G and increased cloud services could drive demand for secure servers further.
• Policy changes and cybersecurity regulations may impact year-on-year growth rates.
• Increased digitalization, particularly in e-commerce and remote work, will influence server security needs.