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Attention
The 2026 Census is now underway only in select northern and remote communities. If you have received an invitation letter, please follow the steps below to complete your census.
Those living outside the select communities will receive a census invitation letter this May.
For quick answers, please refer to the following Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- Completing the online questionnaire: For details on requirements, see the Completing the online questionnaire FAQ.
- Using a mobile device: For information on completing your questionnaire on a laptop, tablet, or phone, see the Mobile devices FAQ.
- Security: To learn how your information is protected, see the Security FAQ.
- Technical issues and session timeouts: If you're experiencing issues while completing your questionnaire, refer to the Technical issues FAQ.
- Submitting or printing your questionnaire: For information on how to submit or print your completed questionnaire, see the Submitting the questionnaire FAQ.
Census Help Line
If the Frequently Asked Questions haven’t answered your question or you require assistance to complete your online questionnaire, please contact the Census Help Line to speak to an operator.
Hours of operation (starting on May 4, 2026)
- Monday to Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Eastern time)
- Saturday and Sunday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Eastern time)
Census of Population
- Toll-free number: 1-833-852-2026
- TTY (only for persons who have a hearing or speech impairment): 1-833-830-3109
Census of Agriculture
- Toll-free number: 1-855-859-6273
- TTY (only for persons who have a hearing or speech impairment): 1-833-652-0195