STATISTICS CANADA:
2026 Census begins May
Statistics Canada will begin their next Census of Population on May 4, 2026.
Census data are essential for planning a wide range of programs and services, including education, health care, transportation, and labour market programs. These data form a critical foundation for evidence-based decision-making across jurisdictions and help ensure resources are aligned with the needs of Canadians.
Starting in May, Canadian households will receive a census invitation letter in the mail with a Secure Access Code and instructions on how to complete their questionnaire.
All information is collected under the authority of the Statistics Act and will be kept strictly confidential.
For More Information Contact:
Further details about the 2026 Census can be found at census.gc.ca.
If you have any questions, please contact Census Communications by email at statcan.census-recensement.statcan@statcan.gc.ca.
Census Program
Statistics Canada / Government of Canada
