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Japanese Canadians: Population, Immigration Trends & Demographics
Japanese Canadians are people living in Canada who have full or partial Japanese ancestry, including immigrants from Japan and their descendants. People of Japanese origin form a notable community in several countries across North and South America.
Japanese Canadians make up approximately 0.36% of the total Canadian population. According to the 2021 Canadian Census, there were about 129,425 people of Japanese descent in Canada.
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Japanese Population in the United States
Japanese population by Province of Canada
British Columbia, with 54,635 people of Japanese ancestry, has the largest Japanese Canadian population, followed by Ontario (42,250) and Alberta (18,605).
Percentage-wise, British Columbia (1.11%) has the highest concentration of Japanese Canadians, followed by Alberta (0.45%) and Ontario (0.30%).
List of Provinces by Japanese Ancestry (2021 Census)
| # | Province | Population (2021) | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | British Columbia | 54,635 | 1.11% |
| 2 | Ontario | 42,250 | 0.30% |
| 3 | Alberta | 18,605 | 0.45% |
| 4 | Quebec | 7,460 | 0.09% |
| 5 | Manitoba | 2,775 | 0.21% |
| 6 | Saskatchewan | 1,295 | 0.12% |
| 7 | Nova Scotia | 1,130 | 0.12% |
| 8 | Yukon | 275 | 0.69% |
| 9 | Northwest Territories | 145 | 0.36% |
| 10 | Prince Edward Island | 250 | 0.17% |
| 11 | New Brunswick | 445 | 0.06% |
| 12 | Newfoundland & Labrador | 155 | 0.03% |
| 13 | Nunavut | 15 | 0.04% |
| Canada | 129,425 | 0.36% |
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Chinese Population in Canada
Japanese population by Metropolitan Area in Canada
The Vancouver metropolitan area, with 38,945 people of Japanese ancestry, has the largest Japanese Canadian population. It is followed by Toronto (27,255) and Calgary (8,540).
Top Canadian Metropolitan Areas by Japanese Population (2021 Census)
| # | City (Metro Area) | Province | Population (2021) | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver | British Columbia | 38,945 | 1.49% |
| 2 | Toronto | Ontario | 27,255 | 0.44% |
| 3 | Calgary | Alberta | 8,540 | 0.58% |
| 4 | Montreal | Quebec | 5,945 | 0.14% |
| 5 | Edmonton | Alberta | 4,250 | 0.30% |
| 6 | Victoria | British Columbia | 3,800 | 0.98% |
| 7 | Ottawa–Gatineau | Ontario | 3,725 | 0.25% |
| 8 | Winnipeg | Manitoba | 2,375 | 0.29% |
| 9 | Hamilton | Ontario | 2,325 | 0.30% |
| 10 | Lethbridge | Alberta | 1,995 | 1.66% |
| 11 | Kelowna | British Columbia | 1,955 | 0.89% |
| 12 | Kitchener–Cambridge–Waterloo | Ontario | 1,520 | 0.27% |
| 13 | London | Ontario | 1,125 | 0.21% |
| 14 | Kamloops | British Columbia | 1,120 | 1.01% |
| 15 | St. Catharines–Niagara | Ontario | 995 | 0.23% |
| 16 | Nanaimo | British Columbia | 890 | 0.79% |
| 17 | Oshawa | Ontario | 885 | 0.22% |
| 18 | Halifax | Nova Scotia | 870 | 0.19% |
| 19 | Abbotsford–Mission | British Columbia | 870 | 0.45% |
| 20 | Vernon | British Columbia | 575 | 0.88% |
Source: Canada Census 2021
Also read about: Top Cities in British Columbia by Population
FAQs About Japanese Canadians
❓ Who are Japanese Canadians?
Japanese Canadians are people living in Canada who have full or partial Japanese ancestry, including those who immigrated from Japan or were born in Canada to Japanese parents.
❓ How many Japanese Canadians are there in Canada?
According to the 2021 Canadian Census, there were about 129,425 Japanese Canadians, making up roughly 0.36% of the total Canadian population.
❓ Which province has the largest Japanese population?
British Columbia has the largest number of Japanese Canadians, followed closely by Ontario and Alberta. Percentage-wise, British Columbia has the highest concentration.
❓ Which cities have the largest Japanese populations in Canada?
The Vancouver metropolitan area has the largest Japanese Canadian population, followed by Toronto, Calgary, and Montreal.
❓ Are Japanese Canadians considered a visible minority in Canada?
Yes, Japanese Canadians are part of Canada’s visible minority population and are a notable East Asian community in the country.
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