Posters for Indigenous communities

Poster — Census collection in Indigenous communities

The 2026 Census begins in May!

• Collection begins on May 4 in Indigenous communities across Canada.
• Census information is important and can help communities plan services such as child care, education, and health care.
• Households in Indigenous communities will receive a census invitation letter that provides instructions on completing the questionnaire online.
• Census employees will be in communities to help households complete the census questionnaire.
• The census questions are available in 15 Indigenous languages for reference purposes.
• All information is collected under the authority of the Statistics Act and will be kept strictly confidential.

More details about the 2026 Census can be found at census.gc.ca

Brochure — 2026 Census of Population

What is the census?

• Every five years, the census counts everyone living in Canada.
• Census questions are available in 15 Indigenous languages, and accessible formats.
• The next census will take place in May 2026.

You can complete your census online at census.gc.ca.

Why is it important for you to participate?

With census data, Indigenous communities, organizations and businesses can use important information and facts about population growth, languages spoken, education levels and much more to help in decision-making.

Three key findings – Population growth, languages spoken, and education levels

The 2021 Census counted 1.8 million Indigenous people, or 5.0% of the total population in Canada.

There are many census subdivisions in Canada with at least 100 residents who speak an Indigenous language well enough to conduct a conversation.

In 2021, a smaller proportion of Indigenous adults held postsecondary qualifications compared to non-Indigenous adults, in part due to barriers such as geographical remoteness – particularly among Inuit.

We thank you in advance for your participation in the 2026 Census.

Your data are confidential

Statistics Canada places the highest importance on protecting the confidentiality of your personal information. The Statistics Act specifically requires that information about individuals be protected and kept strictly confidential. For more information, please visit www.census.gc.ca.

Postcard — Census jobs

Statistics Canada is hiring in your community for the 2026 Census!

Use your local knowledge to help conduct the census.

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

Important to know

• There are approximately 32,000 census jobs available across Canada.
• Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions and $31.32 per hour for supervisory positions, plus authorized expenses.
• The time frame for census jobs is between March and July 2026, depending on the position and location.
• You must be available to work flexible hours, including days, evenings and weekends.

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

If you need assistance with your application, please call 1-833-830-3106
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-833-830-3109

Poster — Census jobs

Statistics Canada is hiring in your community for the 2026 Census!

• Use your local knowledge to help conduct the census.
• Gain skills employers are looking for.
• Learn how census data can be used to help plan services like employment, childcare, schools and healthcare.
• Contribute to the census to help your community plan and shape its future.

Important to know

• We are hiring in selected northern and remote communities.
• Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions and $31.32 per hour for supervisory positions, plus authorized expenses.
• The time frame 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.

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

If you need assistance with your application, please call 1-833-830-3106
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-833-830-3109

Brochure — Now hiring for 2026 Census jobs!

The next Census of Population will take place in the spring of 2026. The census provides high-quality data that your community can use to help plan services like employment, childcare, education, and healthcare. Statistics Canada is hiring people to help communities complete their census questionnaires.

Benefits of the 2026 Census for Indigenous Peoples

Data provided by First Nations people, Métis, and Inuit across Canada can help communities and all levels of government plan and evaluate programs related to Indigenous languages, education, housing, community health, and social services.

Join the 2026 Census team

You can use your local knowledge to help conduct the census and help ensure that all households are counted. Gain valuable experience and develop skills that employers are looking for. Your contribution to the census can help your community plan and shape its future.

What types of jobs are available?

Census jobs are short-term positions focused on collecting census questionnaires from households in your community. The work takes place between March and July 2026, depending on the role and location.

Enumerator (non-supervisory position):

As an enumerator, your primary responsibility will be to collect census data by completing questionnaires with members of the community.

Crew Leader (supervisory position):

As a crew leader, you will train, supervise, and support a team of enumerators.

Rates of pay

Pay is $25.87 per hour for non-supervisory positions and $31.32 per hour for supervisory positions, plus authorized expenses.

Are you or is someone you know interested in a census job?

To apply, you must be

• the age of majority in your current province or territory of residence:
  • Provinces where the age of majority is 18: Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan.
  • Province and territories where the age of majority is 19: British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut and Yukon.
• a Canadian citizen or otherwise eligible to work in Canada.
• available to work flexible hours during days, evenings, and weekends.

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

If you need assistance with your application, please call 1-833-830-3106
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-833-830-3109