India, June 15 -- Life expectancy in Canada has undergone significant shifts since 1960 as both genders experience substantial increases in longevity over the last six decades.
Steady Longevity Gains
Data reveals that female life expectancy started at 74.15 years in 1960 and progressed to 83.89 years by 2023. Male life expectancy followed a similar upward path, rising from 68.26 years in 1960 to 79.51 years in 2023.
* Female longevity first crossed the 80 year threshold in 1987 at 80.19 years.
* Male longevity surpassed 75 years in 1995, reaching 75.07 years.
Gender Disparity and Historical Peaks
A consistent gap remains between the genders despite overall progress. Females reached a historical peak of 84.32 years in 2019. During that s...