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Women were primary owners of 28.4% of employer businesses in 2024: Statistics Canada
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A Statistics Canada analysis released October 30 puts women’s share of primary ownership among Canadian employer businesses at 28.4% in 2024, compared with 28.6% in 2019. Linked census and administrative records identify the person estimated to have the most economic decision-making power. These ownership shares cover businesses for which a primary owner could be identified.
Why it matters
The analysis documents a persistent gap in business ownership.
Source dated October 30, 2026 · Statistics Canada ↗
Adapted from Statistics Canada, Women entrepreneurs in Canada: Business ownership, growth and financing, released October 30, 2026, 2019–2024 ownership data. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
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