2026 Census

The 2026 Census

Every five years, Canadians are invited to participate in the census.

The Census of Population helps paint a statistical portrait of Canada's diverse population and the places where we live by collecting demographic, social and economic information from households across Canada.

The Census of Agriculture is conducted at the same time and collects information about every agricultural operation in Canada.

The next census will take place in May 2026.

Learn More about Census Jobs here.

Statistics Canada is hiring enumerators and crew leaders in rural communities across the country for the #2026Census. Flexible hours and competitive pay make it a great fit for many. Apply now: census.gc.ca/jobs.

In early May 2026, an invitation letter will be sent to most Canadian households, with the exception of select northern and remote areas of the country, where collection begins in February 2026. The letter provides information about the census and instructions for completing the census questionnaire online.

Completing the census questionnaire online is the best way for Canadians to fulfill their census obligation. Respondents without reliable Internet access can call the Census Help Line to complete their census questionnaire by phone or request a paper questionnaire.

Yes, participation in the 2026 Census is mandatory. Under the Statistics Act(opens in a new window), all Canadian households are required to complete a Census of Population questionnaire, and all agricultural operators are required to complete a Census of Agriculture questionnaire.

Statistics Canada has released the 2021 Census data, showing a 5.1% population increase for Prince Albert. The population grew from 35,926 (2016) to 37,756 (2021). This compares to the provincial population data, which shows Saskatchewan’s population grew by 3.1%

2016    35,926

2021    37,756

The increase in population is welcome news for Prince Albert as grants from senior governments are based on per-capita funding models. The more people counted the more the City receives to pay for services and infrastructure. 

 

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