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- 2026 Census jobs: Did you work as an enumerator or crew leader for the 2026 Census? For information on your tax statements, pay stubs, Record of Employment, and more, please refer to: FAQ — 2026 Census jobs
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Questions about the census?
If you require assistance, please contact the Census Help Line.
Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern time)
Census of Population
Toll free: 1-833-852-2026
TTY: 1-833-830-3109
Census of Agriculture
Toll free: 1-855-859-6273
TTY: 1-833-652-0195
Video relay services (VRS) (opens in a new window) are available for use.
Media Relations — Media Hotline
613-951-INFO (613-951-4636)
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays (opens in a new window).
E-mail: STATCAN.mediahotline-ligneinfomedias.STATCAN [at] statcan.gc.ca (Subject: Media%20Enquiries) (STATCAN[dot]mediahotline-ligneinfomedias[dot]STATCAN[at]statcan[dot]gc[dot]ca)
An immediate response will be provided to media enquiries received on this line during business hours.