Deloitte report says health issues cost Canada over $100 billion in 2025

Deloitte Canada’s latest report finds that poor health and caregiving responsibilities removed more than $100 billion from the nation’s output in 2025. It separates the loss into a “prevention gap” linked to avoidable illnesses and a “participation gap” tied to chronic disease, mental-health issues and unpaid caregiving. The participation gap alone cost $48.5 billion in labour income, and premature deaths contributed an additional $1.1 billion.

The firm estimates that eliminating health-related barriers could generate upwards of $25 billion annually. To achieve this, Deloitte proposes enrolling every Canadian in a “Health Home” that combines primary and preventive services. The report also notes that a large share of Canadians are caregivers, with many facing financial strain and professional care workers considering leaving the field.