Census information is important for all communities and is vital for planning services such as schools, daycare, police services and fire protection.

Count yourself!
Census questionnaires contain 10 short questions about basic demographics topics such as age, gender and mother tongue.

In early May, yellow census envelopes will be delivered to every dwelling in Canada, providing residents with the information they need to complete the census online or on paper.

Completed questionnaires will provide valuable information that will be used by all levels of government to make decisions about your neighbourhood and community.

Count yourself in and take part in the 2011 Census.

For more information about the 2011 Census, visit www.census2011.gc.ca.

For the first time: The National Household Survey
For the first time, one in three households will be asked to participate in the new, voluntary, National Household Survey (NHS). Information collected by the questionnaire will also support provincial/territorial and local government planning and program delivery. Furthermore, the information collected in the NHS will provide data to plan and support family services, housing, roads and public transportation, and skills training for employment.

When you receive the NHS, you can complete the survey online or on paper!

For more information about the NHS, visit www.nhs.statcan.gc.ca