The Canadian primary healthcare market generates $42.6B in annual revenue and serves as the gateway to the broader medical system. Alongside it, other essential segments contribute to the ecosystem:
Although the family physician industry remains the focus of this report, these related activities illustrate the diversity and economic depth of the health and social services sector. Demographic trends (aging population, record immigration), combined with shortages of medical personnel, are shaping demand and driving gradual consolidation of practices.
The following indicators highlight the financial strength and strategic importance of primary care practices in Canada.
Total value generated by family physician practices, continuing to grow despite workforce constraints.
High profitability, supported by the public billing model and the increased adoption of virtual consultations.
+2,2 %
Capacity constraints, combined with federal and provincial investments to modernize digital infrastructure, are opening the door to new growth strategies:
For investors, acquiring independent clinics or forming integrated medical groups offers a lever to boost productivity, pool procurement, and expand territorial coverage.
In parallel, collaborating with nursing care facilities or physiotherapy providers presents immediate synergies in patient flow and revenue diversification.
The following indicators highlight the financial strength and strategic importance of primary care practices in Canada.
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