Making plans for the future: Canadians’ intentions to have biological children

Articles and reports: 75-006-X202600200003
Description: This study uses data collected from the Canadian Social Survey in 2021 and 2024 to explore whether there have been any changes in Canadians’ future plans to have children. It examines overall changes in intentions among Canadians aged 15 to 49, as well as shifts in the number of intended children. Differences across sociodemographic groups are also explored to understand the drivers of change.
Issue Number: 2026002
Author(s): Jordan, Victoria; Sinha, Maire
Main Product: Insights on Canadian Society
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HTML April 9, 2026
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