Census Futures
Research and development on the modernization of the census

Census Futures is a coordinating body for research and potential innovations for future censuses. This webpage highlights Statistics Canada’s ongoing experimental research and development on the modernization of the census, including an increased use of administrative data for generating population and housing statistics.

Combined census research

Combined Census research

What is a combined census, and why is Statistics Canada researching it now?

Administrative data

Administrative data

Learn about what “administrative data” means, where the data come from, and how Statistics Canada uses them to reduce costs and burden while improving data quality.

Consultation and public engagement

Consultation and public engagement

Statistics Canada wants your thoughts about its administrative data research. The agency is consulting with the public, data users, data providers, and other stakeholders about the acceptability of using administrative data.

Protecting privacy and confidentiality

Protecting privacy and confidentiality

The Statistics Act protects your information from unauthorized access. Learn more about how Statistics Canada protects the privacy and confidentiality of your information.

For more information, please contact: censusfutures-avenirdurecensement@cloud.statcan.ca

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