The Census of Agriculture provides a comprehensive and integrated profile of the physical, economic, social and environmental aspects of Canada's agriculture industry. It is conducted every five years. The data are needed to make informed decisions about business management strategies, policies, programs and services that directly affect farmers and rural communities.
Census of Agriculture data provide a reliable source of information to farmers, farm organizations, government departments, agriculture suppliers, service providers, and researchers that can help them to better understand and respond to changes in the industry.
For more information, please consult the Census of Agriculture's Frequently asked questions.
Your information may be used by Statistics Canada in support of our other surveys or for analysis.
The reference date for the census is May 11, 2021, which will allow the comparability of data over time, as well as to coordinate with the Census of Population.
- Collection for most farms will take place from May 3 to September 3, 2021.
- Collection will take place for large or complex farms from January 4 to September 3, 2021.
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Confidentiality
Data are collected under the authority of the Statistics Act, Revised Statutes of Canada, 1985, Chapter S-19.
By law, Statistics Canada is prohibited from releasing any information it collects that could identify any person, business, or organization, unless consent has been given by the respondent, or as permitted by the Statistics Act. Statistics Canada will use the information from this survey for statistical purposes only.
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Record linkage
To enhance the data from this survey and reduce response burden, Statistics Canada may combine the information you provide with data from other surveys or administrative sources.
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Topics covered in the survey
The Census of Agriculture provides the only comprehensive and integrated profile of the physical, economic, social and environmental aspects of Canada's agriculture industry. It is conducted every five years.
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Published data
To find data and other information related to this survey, consult the Census of Agriculture portal.
- For more information about this survey (questionnaires, definitions, data sources and methods used): survey number 3438
