We’ve got some exciting news: Statistics Canada will soon be launching StatsCAN—the agency’s newest mobile application, just in time for the first major 2021 Census release!
So what can you expect from this free app?
- Trusted, unbiased facts right from your statistical agency.
- Canada’s data story, from local, regional and national lenses.
- Opt-in notifications to know when the latest data become available.
- A customizable browsing journey that allows you to follow subjects of interest and save content for easy access.
- The country's latest statistical news throughout the day!
- Fun facts, visuals, short stories and key information on Canada's economy, society and environment that can easily be shared with friends and colleagues.
It just makes sense!
Canadians and people around the world are increasingly using mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets to access Government of Canada information and services. Notably, 44% of basic users and 97.5% of advanced users told us they use their smartphones to access the Internet. What’s more, 22.2% of Canadians said they have accessed online government services more often since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stay tuned! StatsCAN will be available for download on the Apple and Google app stores on January 31, 2022.
Contact information
For more information, contact us (toll-free 1-800-263-1136; 514-283-8300; infostats@statcan.gc.ca) or Media Relations (statcan.mediahotline-ligneinfomedias.statcan@statcan.gc.ca).