Asked by Natalia Perez on Jul 26, 2024

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What are the changing religious demographics in Canada? What are some of the contributing factors?

Religious Demographics

The statistical study and analysis of populations based on their religious affiliations and beliefs.

Canada

A country in the northern part of North America, known for its vast landscapes, multicultural society, and being the second-largest country in the world by total area.

Contributing Factors

Elements or circumstances that play a part in bringing about a particular outcome, often in a complex network of cause and effect.

  • Understand the effects of shifting religious demographics in Canada and pinpoint the contributing elements.
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Jessica MikrutJul 28, 2024
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Answers will vary but should include reference to recent research that suggests the younger generation seem to be less likely to be affiliated with any religious organization.The fastest growing religious groups are represented by the latest immigration groups.Christianity is still the most represented but includes all Christian religions together.The remainder of the answer will vary but some factors may include reference to a continued decrease in church attendance, people choosing to identify as spiritual without affiliating with any specific religious organization, there has been this decrease in religious affiliation with each new generation.