Circumcision in Canada
Educational information — not medical advice
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Read full safety guidanceReported Prevalence
Varies by province
CIHI data shows significant variation by province. No single national rate is commonly cited. Rates have generally declined over recent decades.
Data Source & Methodology
Study design
Hospital administrative data
Data collection period
Various years
Last reviewed
2026-10-11
Limitations
Important limitations of this data
- •Rates vary significantly by province and territory
- •Hospital data may not capture all procedures
- •Provincial healthcare coverage for circumcision varies
- •No single nationally standardised reporting method
Healthcare Context in Canada
Healthcare system
Provincial healthcare systems
Information resource
Health CanadaHow to seek assessment
Canadians can discuss foreskin health with a family doctor or paediatrician. Coverage and referral pathways vary by province.
This page provides population health data, not medical advice. A national circumcision rate does not predict the need for phimosis treatment, the likelihood that any particular person will benefit from a product, or any individual's health outcome. If you have a personal concern, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.