Population change is related to many socio-economic factors, many of which cannot be predicted with
certainty. The following population projections were compiled assuming that historical trends for births,
deaths, and interprovincial migration seen through the 1974 to 2015 period will continue. International
migration forecasts are developed in consultation with relevant stakeholders as a most likely scenario based
on maintaining current policies. It is assumed that international immigration will maintain levels seen in
recent years, which are much higher than the immigration numbers seen prior to 2008, however lower than
during the peak years of 2009 – 2011. It is also assumed that inter-provincial migration will continue with the
recent 10 year trend of net loss.