Message from Statistics Canada: The 2026 Census is Underway in qathet!
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’s Not Too Late: The 2026 Census is underway and every response counts!
If you still haven’t completed your household’s census questionnaire, it’s not too late!
The census helps paint a statistical portrait of Canada’s diverse population and the places where we live by collecting demographic, social and economic information from households across Canada. Canadians rely on census data for information that support important decisions that affect Canadian families, communities, and businesses. The information you provide ensures that the census accurately reflects Canada’s changing society. Your responses are vital for planning services that support employment, education, public transportation, health care, and more.
How to complete the 2026 Census
All Canadian households receive a census invitation letter in the mail with instructions on how to complete their questionnaire. Completing the online questionnaire at census.gc.ca is secure and confidential.
Confidentiality and security
Statistics Canada places the highest priority on protecting your privacy as well as maintaining the confidentiality and security of completed questionnaires. Your answers are collected under the authority of the Statistics Act and are kept strictly confidential.
For more information, census resources, or assistance, please visit census.gc.ca.
If residents have any issues completing their questionnaires, have not received their letters, or have any questions, please contact Census of Population Help Line at 1-833-852-2026. Our help line staff can assist with any inquiries and assist residents to complete their questionnaires over the phone, provide a Secure Access Code to allow them to complete it online themselves, or put in the request to have paper copies sent to them.
Any questions or concerns? Would you like a paper questionnaire? Want to complete your census today over the phone? Please call our Census of Population Help Line at 1-833-852-2026.