Populations with higher risk for suicide
In Canada, the following groups have higher rates or risk for suicide:
- men and boys
- people serving federal sentencesFootnote 3
- survivors of suicide loss and survivors of a suicide attempt
- some First Nation and Métis communities, especially among youthFootnote 4
- people who live in Inuit regions in CanadaFootnote 4
Women have higher rates of self-harm. Self-harm can be a risk factor for suicide.
Thoughts of suicide and suicide-related behaviours are more frequent among 2SLGBTQI+ youthFootnote 5 in comparison to their non-LGBTQ peers.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide or suicide-related behaviour, learn about when and how to help.
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An average of 12 people die by suicide each day in Canada and approximately 4,500 deaths by suicide each year.
77% of global suicides occurred in low- and middle-income countries in 2019.
Impact of suicide in Canada
Suicide impacts people of all ages and backgrounds in Canada.
Every year, approximately 4,500 people in Canada die by suicide,Footnote 1 which is equivalent to 12 people dying by suicide every day.
For every person lost to suicide, many more experience thoughts of suicide or attempt suicide.
Every day, more than 200 people in Canada attempt suicide.Footnote 2
For every death by suicide, at least 7 to 10 loved ones are significantly affected by the loss.
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