2026 Census Teacher's Kit
Census of Population quiz questions (student version)

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2026 Census Teacher's Kit—Census of Population quiz questions (student version) (PDF, 114.34 KB)

1. What is the main purpose of the Census of Population?

  1. To track people's spending habits
  2. To count the number of tourists in Canada
  3. To collect information about Canada's population
  4. To record historical events

2. How often is the Census of Population conducted?

  1. Every year
  2. Every 5 years
  3. Every 10 years
  4. Every 2 years

3. Who is included in the Census of Population?

  1. Only Canadian citizens
  2. Only people over the age of 30
  3. Everyone living in Canada
  4. Only property owners

4. Which government agency is responsible for conducting the census in Canada?

  1. Canada Revenue Agency
  2. Statistics Canada
  3. Service Canada
  4. Canadian Heritage

5. What type of information does the Census of Population collect?

  1. Medical records
  2. Internet usage
  3. Population and housing data
  4. Personal bank details

6. Is completing the census mandatory in Canada?

  1. No, it's voluntary
  2. Yes, by law
  3. Only during election years
  4. Only if you were born in Canada

7. How do governments use census data?

  1. To plan public services like schools and hospitals
  2. To create advertisements
  3. To give out fines
  4. To track online activity

8. Which of the following is not a typical census question?

  1. Age
  2. Gender
  3. Favorite color
  4. Employment status

9. What is the long-form census questionnaire?

  1. A version sent to every person
  2. A test for government workers
  3. A quiz for students
  4. A more detailed questionnaire sent to a sample of households

10. What percentage of the population receives the long-form census versus the short-form census?

  1. Long-form (25%) and short-form (75%)
  2. Long-form (50%) and short-form (50%)
  3. Long-form (75%) and short-form (25%)
  4. Long-form (90%) and short-form (10%)

11. Can your personal information and individual census answers be shared with other government departments?

  1. No, it's confidential by law
  2. Only with your doctor
  3. Yes, automatically
  4. Only if you agree

12. What can happen if someone refuses to complete the census?

  1. They may be fined or required to complete it
  2. They may lose access to certain services
  3. Nothing
  4. They may be reminded the next year

13. Who uses census data?

  1. Only teachers
  2. Only politicians
  3. Government only
  4. Governments, businesses, researchers, and communities

14. How do most people complete the census today?

  1. Through social media
  2. In-person
  3. By phone
  4. Online or on paper

15. What does the census help the government understand about a community?

  1. Its history
  2. Its current needs and how to plan for future services
  3. Its social media trends
  4. Its weather

16. Who is especially important to include in the census?

  1. Every individual, especially underrepresented communities
  2. Celebrities
  3. Tourists
  4. Businesses

17. How does the census help schools?

  1. It helps determine funding and where schools are needed
  2. It gives homework topics
  3. It evaluates teachers
  4. It rates students

18. Why could census data be important for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities?

  1. To monitor environmental changes
  2. To reduce taxes
  3. To support programs and services tailored to their needs
  4. To compare to other countries

19. What happens to census records after 92 years?

  1. They're mailed back to participants
  2. They're sent to international organizations
  3. They're published through Library and Archives Canada for public and historical research
  4. They're destroyed

20. What is a benefit of students understanding the census?

  1. They become informed citizens who understand how decisions are made
  2. They get paid
  3. They can influence video game design
  4. They can skip class
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