The Provider Profiles dashboard provides an overview of the size, geographic distribution, and demographic makeup of Canada’s health workforce, including physicians, nurses and 30 other allied health professionals. By bringing together supply counts with population and geographic context, this dashboard supports analysis of a range of topics including capacity, access to care, and distribution patterns across provinces and territories.
Visit the FAQ or launch the guided tutorial in the Provider Profiles module. For optimal performance, use a web browser rather than a mobile device.
Latest update: 2026-05-29
Questions to Explore
- How many health professionals are eligible to practice in each province, territory, and health region?
- How has the supply of professionals such as paramedics, psychologists, and social workers changed over time?
- What are the age and gender profiles of major health professions across jurisdictions?
- Where are the largest gaps in provider-to-population ratios?
Data Sources
- Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI): Health Workforce Database (HWDB) and Scott’s Medical Database (SMDB)