Statistics Canada
Statistics Canada is the national statistical office of Canada, providing key information on the country's economy, society, and environment.
Services
Statistics Canada offers a variety of services to meet the information needs of Canadians and clients around the world. These services include customized data solutions, workshops, conferences, and training programs held in various cities across Canada. The agency also provides visual tools like the Baby Names Observatory, which tracks the popularity of baby names over time.
Data Science Centre
The Data Science Centre at Statistics Canada is designed to enhance the agency's ability to serve the information needs of Canadians. The centre employs data science techniques to analyze and interpret large volumes of data, providing more accurate and insightful information on various aspects of Canadian life.
Quality of Life Hub
Statistics Canada's Quality of Life Hub offers comprehensive data on the well-being of Canadians. This hub provides valuable insights into various factors that affect quality of life, including health, education, employment, and the environment, helping policymakers and the public understand and improve the overall quality of life in Canada.
Census Programs
Statistics Canada conducts several major census programs, including the Census of Population, Census of Agriculture, and Census of Environment. These censuses provide critical data on the demographics, agricultural practices, and environmental conditions within Canada, supporting informed decision-making at both governmental and public levels.
Specialized Information Hubs
Statistics Canada hosts several specialized information hubs to provide focused data on key areas. The Canada and the World Statistics Hub offers insights into the country's economic and financial activities with the world. The Centre for Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Statistics coordinates data on these specific areas. The Sustainable Development Goals Data Hub tracks Canada's progress on the United Nations' SDGs. The Transportation Data and Information Hub focuses on transportation statistics, and the Canadian Centre for Energy Information provides independent data on Canada's energy sector.