North Bay Population 2026
North Bay has a population of 50,396, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇨🇦 Canada, located in Ontario. Roughly 0.1% of Canada's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Toronto, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,396
Rank in Canada
#117
Coordinates
46.32°N, 79.47°W
~206 m elevation · America/Toronto
Distance to capital (Ottawa)
309 km
192 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ontario
Cities near North Bay
- Huntsville19,816 people · ~111 km away
- Greater Sudbury166,004 people · ~118 km away
- Valley East17,451 people · ~123 km away
- Bracebridge16,010 people · ~143 km away
- Petawawa17,187 people · ~175 km away
- Midland24,353 people · ~177 km away
FAQ
What is the population of North Bay?
North Bay has a population of 50,396 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Canada.
What region is North Bay in?
North Bay is located in Ontario, Canada.
Is North Bay the capital of Canada?
No, the capital of Canada is Ottawa, about 309 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.