Filipino Canadians: Population, Immigration Trends & Demographics
Filipino Canadians are Canadians who have full or partial Filipino ancestry or who trace their roots to the Philippines. People of Filipino origin form an important community in several countries across North and South America. In Canada, Filipinos represent the largest Southeast Asian ethnic group and rank as the third-largest Asian ethnic group, after people of Indian and Chinese descent.
Filipino Canadians account for approximately 2.64% of Canada’s total population. According to the 2021 Canadian Census, about 957,355 people (nearly 1 million) reported Filipino ancestry in Canada. Ontario is the province with the highest percentage of Filipino population in the country.
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Filipino Population in the United States
Filipino population by Province in Canada
Ontario, with 363,655 people of Filipino ancestry, has the largest population of Filipino Canadians in the country, followed by British Columbia (174,280) and Alberta (216,710).
In percentage terms, Manitoba (7.22%) has the highest concentration of Filipino population, followed by Yukon (4.91%) and Alberta (5.19%).
Filipino Population by Canadian Province (2021 Census)
| # | Province | Population (2021) | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ontario | 363,655 | 2.59% |
| 2 | Alberta | 216,710 | 5.19% |
| 3 | British Columbia | 174,280 | 3.55% |
| 4 | Manitoba | 94,320 | 7.22% |
| 5 | Quebec | 44,880 | 0.54% |
| 6 | Saskatchewan | 43,760 | 3.97% |
| 7 | Nova Scotia | 6,615 | 0.69% |
| 8 | New Brunswick | 5,190 | 0.68% |
| 9 | Newfoundland and Labrador | 2,265 | 0.45% |
| 10 | Yukon | 1,945 | 4.91% |
| 11 | Northwest Territories | 1,665 | 4.12% |
| 12 | Nunavut | 310 | 0.85% |
| 13 | Prince Edward Island | 1,760 | 1.17% |
| Canada | 957,355 | 2.64% |
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Population of the Philippines
Filipino population by Metropolitan Area in Canada
The Toronto metropolitan area, with 272,475 people of Filipino ancestry, has the largest Filipino population in Canada. It is followed by Vancouver (141,230) and Calgary (83,815).
Top Canadian Metropolitan Areas by Filipino Population (2021 Census)
| # | Metro Area | Province | Population (2021) | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toronto | Ont. | 272,475 | 4.44% |
| 2 | Vancouver | B.C. | 141,230 | 5.42% |
| 3 | Calgary | Alta. | 83,815 | 5.72% |
| 4 | Winnipeg | Man. | 81,135 | 9.90% |
| 5 | Edmonton | Alta. | 77,090 | 5.52% |
| 6 | Montreal | Que. | 39,020 | 0.93% |
| 7 | Ottawa–Gatineau | Ont./Que. | 16,170 | 1.10% |
| 8 | Hamilton | Ont. | 14,680 | 1.31% |
| 9 | Saskatoon | Sask. | 13,815 | 4.43% |
| 10 | Regina | Sask. | 10,900 | 4.45% |
| 11 | Oshawa | Ont. | 9,505 | 2.31% |
| 12 | Victoria | B.C. | 8,525 | 2.19% |
| 13 | Red Deer | Alta. | 7,460 | 7.61% |
| 14 | London | Ont. | 6,365 | 1.19% |
| 15 | St. Catharines–Niagara | Ont. | 6,155 | 1.45% |
| 16 | Kitchener–Cambridge–Waterloo | Ont. | 6,005 | 1.06% |
| 17 | Wood Buffalo | Alta. | 5,070 | 6.92% |
| 18 | Windsor | Ont. | 4,735 | 1.14% |
| 19 | Halifax | N.S. | 4,180 | 0.91% |
| 20 | Grande Prairie | Alta. | 4,100 | 6.49% |
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Top Cities in Canada by Population
FAQs About Filipino Canadians
❓ Who are Filipino Canadians?
Filipino Canadians are people living in Canada who have full or partial Filipino ancestry, including those who immigrated from the Philippines or were born in Canada to Filipino parents.
❓ How many Filipino Canadians live in Canada?
According to the 2021 Canadian Census, approximately 957,355 people reported Filipino ancestry, making up about 2.64% of Canada’s total population.
❓ Which province has the largest Filipino population in Canada?
Ontario has the largest number of Filipino Canadians, followed by Alberta and British Columbia. In percentage terms, Manitoba has the highest concentration.
❓ Which cities have the highest Filipino populations in Canada?
The Toronto metropolitan area has the largest Filipino population in Canada, followed by Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Edmonton.
❓ Are Filipino Canadians part of the visible minority population?
Yes. Filipino Canadians are classified as a visible minority group and are the largest Southeast Asian community in Canada.
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