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Look through our process-statcan-data-labs repo for the datasets processed. There is still lots of work to do to make it ready for systems.

Background

{{< callout type="important" >}} These concepts are key to working with Statistical and Census data from Statistics Canada. {{< /callout >}}

To work with Census data, you need to look into Statistics Canada's geographic hiearchy and use the Census of Population 2021 Dictionary to understand their conceptual model.

geographic hierarchy.

Download and Preview

Below is a table of datasets generated from our current processing pipeline. You can download the raw Parquet files directly or use the Map Preview links to inspect the data as vector tiles.

How to use the Map Preview

The map preview allows you to visualize specific census characteristics dynamically. Follow this workflow to verify the data before downloading.

1. Identify your Characteristic ID Census variables are mapped using numeric IDs. Consult the Characteristic ID Reference Sheet to find the ID for the data you want to view.

  • Example: The ID for "Number of COVID-19 emergency and recovery benefits recipients..." is 124.

2. Open the Preview Click the link in the Dataset ID & Preview column for your desired geographic level (e.g., Provinces, Federal Electoral Districts).

3. Filter by Attribute In the top-right "Search fields" box, enter the attribute key using the format {gender}_{ID}:

  • Total: Enter total_124
  • Male: Enter men_124
  • Female: Enter women_124

4. Update the Map Click the "Recalculate Classes" button. This will refresh the map legend and choropleth coloring based on the currently visible extent.

{{< callout type="info">}} Note on Data Availability: Dissemination blocks currently only contain these 3 specific characteristics. {{< /callout >}}

{{< callout type="note">}} Credit:

  • The location search functionality in our map previews is powered by the PHAC Geocoder.
  • The basemaps is generously served through OpenFreeMap. {{< /callout >}}
Place ISO Date Provider Dataset ID & Preview Parquet PMTiles (draft)
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_provinces_territories_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_federal_electoral_districts_2013_representation_order_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_federal_electoral_districts_2023_representation_order_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_economic_regions_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_census_metropolitan_areas_and_census_agglomerations_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_census_divisions_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_designated_places_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_census_consolidated_subdivisions_tabular_2021
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_aggregate_dissemination_areas_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_census_subdivisions_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_designated_places_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_population_centres_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_forward_sortation_areas_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_census_tracts_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_dissemination_areas_tabular_2021 Download Download
Canada CA 2021 StatCan ca_statcan_census_pop_dissemination_blocks_tabular_2021 Download Download