Survey of Postsecondary Faculty and Researchers (SPFR)

The objective of this survey is to fill data gaps on equity, diversity and inclusion among those who teach or conduct research in Canada's postsecondary sector. It will also provide an overview of career experiences and barriers to career advancement.

Data from the survey will inform the development of federal policies and programs to support faculty and researchers working at Canada's postsecondary institutions.

Your information may also be used by Statistics Canada for other statistical and research purposes.


Collection period:

From October 7 to December 6, 2019

Collection methods:

Electronic questionnaire

Survey participation:

Voluntary

Confidentiality

Data are collected under the authority of the Statistics Act, Revised Statutes of Canada, 1985, Chapter S-19. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Data sharing agreements and record linkage

To enhance the data from this survey and reduce response burden, Statistics Canada may combine the information you provide with data from other surveys or administrative sources.

Topics covered in the survey

This survey asks questions about

  • education, training and learning
  • equity and inclusion
  • teachers and educators
  • students
  • research and development
  • human resources in science and technology
  • labour.

Published data

Statistics Canada publishes the results of its surveys in many formats. To find all the documents related to this survey, follow the links below and type the name of the survey in the search engine located at the left of your screen to filter the results.

Data: You will find tables, profiles of a community or region, thematic maps, public use microdata files, and data visualization tools.

Analysis: You will have direct access to Stats in brief (e.g., releases from The Daily, fact sheets), articles and reports, and journals and periodicals.

For more information about this survey

survey number 5299