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The purpose of the Standards, data sources and methods hub is to provide information that will assist in the interpretation of Statistics Canada's published data. Also known as metadata, this information is provided to ensure an understanding of the key basic concepts that define the data, including:
- Variables and classifications
- Survey methodology
- Key aspects of data quality
- Direct access to questionnaires
Find classifications, statistical units and variables from:
What's new?
List of Statistics Canada questionnaires and surveys
Other important information
Links to other standards-related information of interest.
Public consultation and notices
A list of public consultations and notices associated with specific standards. Includes information on Statistics Canada's variables; statistical units; geographic, industry, instructional program, occupational, product, and research and development classifications.
Methodology products and services
- Consulting services in statistical and survey methods
- Data Quality Toolkit (12-606-X)
- Dissemination Geography Unique Identifier
- Standard table symbols
- Statistics Canada Quality Guidelines (12-539-X)
- Statistics Canada's Quality Assurance Framework (12-586-X)
- Survey methodology journal
- Survey methods and practices manual
Metadata Frameworks
A list of international metadata models relevant to standards.
International links
Links to specific international standard websites.