The 2026 Census is underway! - Video transcript
Every five years, Canadians come together to take part in a shared national effort: the census – and today is that day.
The 2026 Census of Population and Census of Agriculture are now underway across the country!
The census shows us who we are, how we live and where we are going.
Demographic, social and economic information collected from households across the country helps paint a clear portrait of Canada.
The census is not just numbers and data tables, it's about Canadians.
It connects people, businesses, and communities to help capture the reality of today and plan for tomorrow.
Look for your census invitation letter in the mail and complete your census online today!
It's secure and completely confidential. Visit: census.gc.ca
The 2026 Census of Population and Census of Agriculture are now underway. Your census connects you to your community’s future. Complete it online at census.gc.ca.