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Canada’s growing population driven by immigration

March 2, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
Group of people taking the Oath of Canadian Citizenship.
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Canada’s population is growing at almost twice the pace of every other G7 country, rising 5.2% from 2016 to just under 37 million people in 2021.

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Farm operators are always here for us

February 28, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
A collage of images of life on a farm.
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This year, the Census of Agriculture (CEAG) Program will publish new interactive data visualization products and tools to improve access to these products.

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Does financial literacy affect the timing of contributions to and withdrawals from registered retirement savings plans?

February 25, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
An older couple looking at a laptop and a piece of paper while sitting at a table.
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It’s that time of the year again—income tax season! And every year, many taxpayers have the same questions: Should I contribute to a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) to save for retirement?

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Today is National Aviation Day in Canada

February 23, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
An airplane taking off with a map of the world in cloud shapes in the background.
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The Canadian airline industry continues to experience turbulence from the COVID-19 pandemic, the biggest shock to aviation in history. 

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Veggies: the key to a fruitful life!

February 17, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
Fresh fruit and vegetables on a blue table.
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“Have plenty of vegetables and fruits.” We’ve heard it all before, but who’s really listening?

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Heart and Stroke Month

February 10, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
A stethoscope circling a red animated heart.
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In 2020, just over four times more Canadians died from heart disease or stroke (67,399) than from COVID-19 (16,151).

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Census of Environment: Taking stock of the land we call home

February 9, 2022, 11:45 a.m. (EST)
Map showing the geographic features of Canada.
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Last year we undertook to count every Canadian, as well as to count all of the farms, farmers and livestock across the country. This year we are launching a comprehensive Census of Environment by working closely with Environment and Climate Change Canada and other partners to paint a complete picture of the land we call home.

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The grand reopening of the home gym

January 28, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
Person kneeling down and tying their shoes in their home gym, with weights and a water bottle nearby.
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New Year’s resolutions lead many towards a healthier lifestyle, meaning that traditionally, gyms see their busiest days in the month of January. Although Canadians are still keen to work out, COVID-19 has compelled them to shift the ways in which they enjoy both fitness and recreation.

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