Dictionary, Census of Population, 2016
Relationship structure

Release date: May 3, 2017
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Definition

'Relationship structure' refers to whether the family contains biological or adopted children of only one married spouse or common-law partner whose birth or adoption preceded the current relationship. The family can contain such children of each married spouse or common-law partner. It also considers whether or not the family also includes biological or adopted children of both married spouses or common-law partners.

Statistical unit(s)

Stepfamily

Classification(s)

Relationship structure

Reported in

2016 and 2011; 2006, 2001 and 1996 (20% sample); 1991, 1986 and 1981. For availability prior to 1981, refer to Appendix 2.0.

Reported for

Population in private households

Question number(s)

Derived variable: Questions 2, 3, 4 and 5

Responses

Not applicable

Remarks

Not applicable

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