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Germany vs Canada Unemployment
Canada moved above Germany in 1997. In 1991 Germany stood at roughly 52% of Canada’s Unemployment; today the figure is about 54%, and the pair was closest in 2009 (93%).
| Year | Germany | Canada | Canada as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 10.32% | 5.32% | 52% |
| 1970 | 10.32% | 5.32% | 52% |
| 1980 | 10.32% | 5.32% | 52% |
| 1990 | 10.32% | 5.32% | 52% |
| 2000 | 6.83% | 7.92% | 116% |
| 2010 | 8.18% | 7.04% | 86% |
| 2020 | 9.66% | 3.88% | 40% |
| 2025 | 6.91% | 3.71% | 54% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Canada move above Germany in Unemployment?
In 1997. Canada’s published Unemployment rose above Germany’s that year.
How do Germany and Canada compare today?
Canada is ahead: 6.91% against 3.71% — the trailing economy stands at about 54% of the leader.
Are these Unemployment figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in % of total labor force, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: