Canada 's population grew by 5.0 % between the 2006 and 2011 censuses. Except for New Brunswick, all territories and provinces increased in population from 2011 to 2016. In terms of percent change, the fastest - growing province or territory was Nunavut with an increase of 12.7 % between 2011 and 2016, followed by Alberta with 11.6 % growth. New Brunswick 's population decreased by 0.5 % between 2011 and 2016.
what is the fastest growing province in canada
Nunavut