Behind the data

Behind the data provides simple explanations of concepts found in Statistics Canada's The Daily. For more detailed information on methods, please consult the Standards, data sources and methods section.

• Population projections at Statistics Canada—Frequently asked questions
• Advance indicators—Frequently asked questions
• Seasonally adjusted data—Frequently asked questions
• The Integrated Business Statistics Program
• Real-time data tables
• Trend-cycle estimates—Frequently asked questions
• Other visuals