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Census jobs available in Indigenous communities

Finding local work close to home isn't always easy, but meaningful opportunities are available. For the 2026 Census, Statistics Canada is hiring thousands of people in Indigenous communities. These positions offer a chance to build experience while working where you live. Local workers bring valuable insight related to the people, the culture, and the land.

What the jobs involve

• As an enumerator (non-supervisory role), you'll go door-to-door in your community, to help assist residents complete their census questionnaires. Pay is $25.87 per hour, plus approved expenses such as mileage and parking. Availability of a minimum of 20 hours per week is required, with the majority of the work completed in the evenings and on weekends. Employment runs from May 2026 to July 2026, depending on the position and location.
• As a crew leader (supervisory role), you'll lead and supervise an assistant and a team of enumerators. They are responsible for all activities related to the collection of completed census questionnaires in their assigned area. Pay is $31.32 per hour, plus authorized expenses. You must be available for full-time work (40 hours per week), including days, evenings, and weekends. Employment runs from March 2026 to July 2026, depending on the position and location.

Why these jobs matter

The data gathered in the census help build a statistical portrait of communities across the country. These insights help to inform decisions about education, healthcare, housing, social services, and more.

For job seekers in Indigenous communities, census positions can help you gain hands-on experience, strengthen in-demand skills, and contribute locally.

Applications are now open for both enumerator and crew leader positions.

Apply today at census.gc.ca/jobs.

Apply now for a census job!

The 2026 Census is coming soon, and Statistics Canada is hiring in Indigenous communities.

Recruiting community members who know the people, the land and the language is key to a successful census – local knowledge makes a difference.

Census information is used to help plan services like employment, childcare, education and healthcare. That's why it's so important that every community is counted.

Joining the census team is a great way for people to earn income while helping to shape their community's future.

Apply now and tell a friend: census.gc.ca/jobs.

Jobs available in Indigenous communities for the 2026 Census!

Are you looking for meaningful work that fits your schedule and can help make a difference in your community? Statistics Canada is hiring for the 2026 Census in Indigenous communities.

By hiring local people who know the land, the language, and the community, the census can collect more accurate information that reflects the realities of those living in Indigenous communities. This information can help support planning for vital services such as employment, childcare, education, and healthcare.

Important to know

• Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions and $31.32 per hour for supervisory positions, plus authorized expenses.
• The timeframe for census jobs is from March to July 2026, depending on the position and location.
• You must be available to work flexible hours, including days, evenings and weekends.

Your contribution to the census can help your community plan and shape its future – apply now!

Apply now and tell a friend!
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Work that matters — Apply now!

Statistics Canada is hiring in Indigenous communities across the country. From understanding the land to knowing the connections between families, local voices carry insights that can't be found anywhere else.

Working on the 2026 Census is more than just a job — it's a way to help ensure your community is accurately counted and represented.

Why census data matters

Accurate census data provides a clear picture of who lives in each community and what their needs are. Community organizations, service providers and governments can use this information to plan and fund programs and services that support people where they live. For example, census data can help determine how many teachers and classrooms are needed, what health services and clinics should be available, how housing programs are funded, where to improve roads and transportation, and how to support language programs.

In Indigenous communities, accurate information is essential for planning for the future. That begins with local people leading the way.

If you are ready to take on work that matters, now is the time. Join the 2026 Census team.

Apply now at census.gc.ca/jobs.

Local knowledge matters – be part of the 2026 Census

Statistics Canada is hiring in Indigenous communities for the 2026 Census. Local workers bring valuable insight related to the people, the culture, and the land.

This local knowledge is key to collecting accurate information that helps plan for essential services like childcare, education, and healthcare.

Whether you're looking to broaden your skills, or earn extra income, a census job is a meaningful way to make a difference.

The time frame for census jobs is between March and July 2026 depending on the position and location.

Learn more about the jobs available and apply at census.gc.ca/jobs.