Our mission
Serving Canada with high-quality statistical information that matters.
What we do
As Canada's central statistical agency, Statistics Canada produces statistical data and insights to help Canadians better understand their country's population, resources, economy, society and culture.
In addition to conducting the Census of Population and the Census of Agriculture every five years, Statistics Canada has more than 450 active surveys on virtually all aspects of life in Canada.
As a member of the United Nations Statistical Commission, Statistics Canada endorses the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics.
The agency, legislated by the Statistics Act, works closely with provincial and territorial partners to ensure a strong national statistical system.
At Statistics Canada, we are committed to protecting the confidentiality of all information entrusted to us and ensuring that the information we deliver is timely and relevant to Canadians.
About the agency
Mandate and role
Who we are and what we do, including our vision, mandate and role.
Organizational structure
Overview of Statistics Canada's organizational structure.
Transparency
Statistics Canada's performance reports, proactive disclosures, briefing notes and other key documents.
Job opportunities
Career opportunities available at Statistics Canada.
Awards and recognition
A list of the recognition and awards the agency has received over the years.
Trust Centre
How Statistics Canada protects the confidentiality of the data it collects, analyzes and shares.
Indigenous Liaison Program
A bridge between Statistics Canada and First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities and Indigenous organizations.
International cooperation
Statistics Canada's international mandate, including programs and projects.
Advisory groups
Advisory groups Statistics Canada participates in, focusing on innovation and modernization of data and processes.
A glimpse into history
The evolution of Canada's national statistical agency from 1918 to the present day.
Resources
Access to microdata
Access to microdata and related requirements.
Data Service Centre
Services that foster the responsible use of statistics to support informed decision-making across Canada.
Library
Repository of Statistics Canada publications, including a collection of historical material dating back to 1851.
Data Science Centre
The centre's mandate and outreach activities in support of the responsible use of statistics.
Developers
Access to Statistics Canada data in a variety of formats.
Statistical announcements
Recent statistical announcements.
Business - Linkable File Environment
A virtual resource for record linkages that support analysis on the Canadian economy.
Social Data Linkage Environment
Secure environment for the creation of record linkages that support social and economic statistical research.
Linkable Open Data Environment
Exploratory initiative to enhance the use and harmonization of open microdata.