In 2023, the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in public health, environmental, and occupational health in Canada reached 133.63. Over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028, a steady annual growth is observed, with the figures increasing from 135.58 in 2024 to 143.71 in 2028. The Year-on-Year variation shows incremental growth, with a 1.65% increase in 2025, 1.53% in 2026, 1.39% in 2027, and 1.30% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period is estimated at approximately 1.47%.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased emphasis on interdisciplinary research collaboration could further propel publication volume.
Enhanced digital and open-access platforms may democratize access to Canadian research outputs, potentially boosting citation rates.
Evolving public health challenges might shift research focus, influencing citation dynamics.