The improved Statistics Canada home page launched on July 16. Designed with users in mind, the new layout offers a cleaner look, easier navigation, and quicker access to essential information, reflecting a strong commitment to delivering a valuable data experience:
- The new look and feel reflect Statistics Canada's updated corporate visual identity, which will eventually be applied across all information products.
- The number of links on the home page has been significantly reduced to streamline navigation and minimize clutter.
- The new Features page conveniently highlights key initiatives.
- The layout includes all mandatory sections required by the Canada.ca Specifications.
- Key indicators are prominently featured, and the most requested links appear above the fold, selected based on web usage statistics and corporate priorities.
- The Daily and MyStatCan links remain easy to find and access.
- The main menu will remain unchanged for now, ensuring seamless navigation across all pages and portals.
What's next
This is just the beginning! In the coming months, we'll be introducing enhancements across more pages, upgrading our search functionality, and refreshing The Daily. We're dedicated to making the entire StatCan website more accessible and user-friendly, and we'll keep you updated every step of the way. Stay tuned for more improvements!
No impact to access or bookmarks
We understand how important StatCan's data tools are to your work. Rest assured, the homepage redesign will not affect your access to data tables, The Daily, web scraping, or any other essential features. All existing page addresses (URLs) will remain the same, so your bookmarks will continue to work as usual.
Share your feedback
Your input is crucial to shaping the future of the StatCan website. If you have questions or suggestions, please reach out to us at infostats@statcan.gc.ca. Your feedback will help us continue to improve and meet your needs.