The bar chart illustrates the proportion of people aged 65 and over in Canada, Germany, and the UK in 1980, 2000, and a projected figure for 2030.
Overall, the percentage of elderly people increased in all three countries throughout the period. Germany consistently had the highest proportion, while the UK remained the lowest.
In 1980, the proportion of senior citizens was highest in Germany, at around 15%, compared to roughly 14% in the UK and just 10% in Canada. By 2000, all three countries had experienced growth, with Germany rising to approximately 20%, Canada reaching 15%, and the UK seeing a more modest increase to about 15%.
By 2030, the upward trend is expected to continue. Germany is projected to reach 25%, maintaining its lead, while Canada is forecast to nearly match this level at 24%. In contrast, the UK is predicted to have the smallest proportion, at around 18%.
