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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in Canada

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in Canada

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Canada vs. global

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country Canada compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

  • Overall level: Canada’s median click-through-rate (CTR) averaged 1.43%, sitting about 21% below the global baseline average of 1.81%—a below-market position for most of the year.
  • Momentum: Canada rose sharply from October 2024 to September 2025 (+79.7%), outpacing the global increase (+20.1%).
  • Volatility: Canada was markedly more volatile, with an average month-to-month move of 0.21 percentage points (pp) versus 0.05 pp globally.
  • Seasonality: The global trend climbs steadily from spring into late summer (peaking in Q3). Canada shows a softer Q4 and a pronounced late-summer/early-fall surge.

Canada CTR trend (selected data)

  • Average: 1.43%
  • High: 2.26% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.13% in November 2024
  • Range: 1.13 pp (1.13% to 2.26%)
  • First-to-last change: +79.7% (1.26% in October 2024 to 2.26% in September 2025)
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 0.21 pp
  • Notable moves:
  • Dip in November 2024 to the yearly low (-10.1% vs. October), rebound in December (+10.3% vs. November)
  • Strong lift in May 2025 (+0.39 pp; +29.0% vs. April), followed by a sharp June pullback (-0.47 pp; -27.4% vs. May)
  • Largest monthly jump came in September 2025 (+0.66 pp vs. August), the peak of the period

Global baseline trend

  • Average: 1.81%
  • High: 2.12% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.67% in February 2025
  • Range: 0.44 pp (1.67% to 2.12%)
  • First-to-last change: +20.1% (October 2024 to September 2025)
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 0.05 pp
  • Pattern: A mild easing from October through February, then a steady climb from spring into late summer (notably August–September)

Canada vs. global comparison

  • Level comparison: Canada trailed the global median in 11 of 12 months; it exceeded the global level only in September 2025 (+6.7% vs. baseline).
  • Dispersion: Canada’s wider range (1.13 pp vs. 0.44 pp globally) indicates higher variability around the median.
  • Seasonal alignment: Both series finish strongest in September, but the Canadian upswing is steeper and more concentrated late in the period.

What marketers can infer from the patterns

  • Canada’s CTRs were below average for most of the year, with a pronounced late-summer lift culminating in September.
  • The global pattern suggests a consistent build from spring into Q3, while Canada showed sharper swings, including a mid-year spike-and-dip (May–June) and a standout September.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and Canada helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting Canada, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. Why we use median instead of average We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

Canada Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Feb (3rd Mon)Family Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (federal)
May (Victoria Day)Victoria Day
Jul 1Canada Day
Sep (1st Mon)Labour Day
Oct (2nd Mon)Thanksgiving
Nov 11Remembrance Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday and Cyber Monday), December (holiday shopping, Boxing Day), Back-to-school (August-September), Mother's Day (May)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might increase during Canada Day, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving. Black Friday and Cyber Monday see heightened e‑commerce bidding. December holiday period may spike ad costs. Back-to-school and Mother's Day drive retail competition. Provincial holidays might alter weekday inventory availability.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.