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Canada Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Report 2026: A $16.75+ Billion Market by 2031 - Affirm Leads via Shopify and Travel Integrations, Pay in 4 and Bank Card-Linked Plans Expand Reach

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SHOP Shopify is mentioned in relation to Affirm's integrations, suggesting its platform is a channel for BNPL services, but no specific performance or outlook for Shopify itself is provided. AFRM Affirm is highlighted as leading the Canadian BNPL market through integrations with Shopify and travel, indicating a strong market position and growth potential.

Dublin, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Canada Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - 90+ KPIs on BNPL Market Size, End-Use Sectors, Market Share, Product Analysis, Business Model, Demographics - Q1 2026 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The BNPL payment market in Canada is expected to grow by 16.5% on annual basis to reach US$9.53 billion in 2026. The buy now pay later market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2022-2025, achieving a CAGR of 24.2%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 12.0% from 2026-2031. By the end of 2031, the BNPL sector is projected to expand from its 2025 value of USD 8.18 billion to approximately USD 16.76 billion.

This report provides a detailed data-centric analysis of the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) industry in Canada, covering market opportunities and risks across a range of retail categories. With over 90+ KPIs at the country level, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of BNPL market dynamics, market size and forecast, and market share statistics.

Competition is expected to concentrate further around platform-embedded BNPL, bank-issued instalment solutions and a limited number of fintech providers. Over the next 2-4 years, regulatory guidance on disclosures and credit assessments is likely to increase compliance costs, favouring larger, well-capitalized players. Banks could strengthen their share by integrating credit limits and customer loyalty, while fintech providers can differentiate through approval rates and category-specific partnerships.

Current State of the Market

Key Players and New Entrants

Key Trends and Drivers

Platform partnerships extend BNPL reach across Canadian ecommerce

Card issuers reposition instalment plans as BNPL alternatives

Supervisors tighten expectations on BNPL conduct and disclosure

Household debt pressures shape cautious consumer use of BNPL

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