Recent data reveals a significant shift in Ontario’s population dynamics, with more Canadian residents moving out of the province than into it since 2020. This trend marks over four years of net outward migration among Canadian residents despite Ontario’s overall population growth due to international immigration. Key factors driving this exodus include high housing costs, elevated cost of living, and above-average unemployment rates in urban centers. Meanwhile, provinces like Alberta and those in Atlantic Canada are attracting Ontarians with more affordable housing, lower living costs, and appealing lifestyles. This demographic shift underscores the importance of newcomers carefully considering their priorities when choosing where to settle in Canada.
