Population Data
Population data describes people through defined statistical categories. Reference dates and geographic units matter when interpreting comparisons.
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Population & Housing Census
Censuses count people and housing under specified definitions. Coverage affects interpretation.
Read the introductionFIELD NOTEProvincial Populations
Provincial population figures aggregate residents regionally. Boundaries must remain consistent for comparison.
Read the introductionFIELD NOTECity Populations
City population totals depend on urban definitions. Administrative and built-up areas may differ.
Read the introductionFIELD NOTEAge Structure
Age structure groups residents by age. Cohort boundaries influence the resulting picture.
Read the introductionFIELD NOTEFertility Rates
Fertility rates summarize patterns of childbearing. Time periods and definitions affect comparisons.
Read the introductionFIELD NOTEInternal Migration
Internal migration data records movement within the country. Residence rules determine which moves are counted.
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