Will doing this job help me to get a permanent job with the Government of Canada?
Gaining experience as an enumerator or crew leader for the 2026 Census can be valuable when applying for other positions with the Government of Canada. However, you must apply for these positions separately by going to Government of Canada jobs (opens in a new window).
How long will my security file be retained at Statistics Canada, and when will it be disposed of?
As part of the security screening policy, security files must be retained for at least two years following an individual's departure from the federal public service to ensure that the individual has a reasonable opportunity to obtain access to the information in their file. When a request for access to the information has been received, the information will not be destroyed until the individual has had the opportunity to exercise all their rights under the Privacy Act (opens in a new window) or the Access to Information Act (opens in a new window).
How do I get my tax statements and Record of Employment?
All T4 Statement of Remuneration Paid slips and RL-1 Employment and Other Income slips (Quebec only) will be sent to you electronically through Canada Post's Connect service in February 2027.
Your Record of Employment (ROE) will be available through your My Service Canada Account (opens in a new window) on the Service Canada website within five working days of receiving your final payment. Employees must log in to My Service Canada Account to print off their ROE.
Do I need to declare income earned from my census job?
Yes. Census employee earnings are taxable and insurable for employment insurance and Canada Pension Plan purposes.
Please consult the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for any specific questions related to reporting income.
How do I access my pay stubs?
Employees must register online for a Canada Post Connect (opens in a new window) account if they do not already have one.
Once registered, employees will receive an email inviting them to access their pay statements through their secure Connect account, after they have received their first payment.