Homicide in Canada, 2015

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The homicide rate in 2015 increased by 15% from the previous year


In 2015, there were 604 victims of homicide in Canada, 83 more than in 2014.
Aboriginal people represented about 5% of Canada's total population in 2015 yet accounted for a higher percentage of homicide victims and accused persons.

• Victims of homicide:
  • Aboriginal – 25%
  • Non-Aboriginal– 74%
  • Unknown – 1%
• Persons accused of homicide:
  • Aboriginal – 33%
  • Non-Aboriginal– 66%
  • Unknown – 2%

In 2015, 87% of victims knew the accused. The reported relationships between victims and accused were:

• 12% Criminal partner
• 4% Other intimate partner (excludes spouse)
• 35% Acquaintance
• 22% Other family member
• 14% Spouse
• 13% Stranger

In 2015, the majority of homicide victims were male.

• Male victims – 71%
• Female victims – 29%

The homicide rate in 2015 was higher outside census metropolitan areas (CMSs).


The most common methods of homicide in 2015 were:

• Stabbing – 37%
• Shooting – 30%
• Beating – 23%
• Other methods (suffocation, motor vehicle impact, fire, poisoning, etc.) – 10%

Infographic: Homicide in Canada, 2015

 

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