Longitudinal Administrative Databank – Long-form Census
1982 - 2021
Overview
Summary
The available microdata contains anonymized identification number for the LAD from 1982 to 2021 (20% of tax filers) linked to the 2016 and to the 2021 respondents to the census of population. To access actual information, researchers will need to link the LAD and appropriate census data using these linkage key files. It is important to note that the linkage keys should not be used to link census data from 2016 and 2021 together.The data dictionary of each of the three data source should be consulted for detailed content of the data sources. LAD: Longitudinal Administrative Data Dictionary (statcan.gc.ca) 2016 Census of population long form: Census Dictionary, 2016 (statcan.gc.ca) 2021 Census of population: Dictionary, Census of Population, 2021 (statcan.gc.ca). This data release includes non-confidential documentation that can be provided to researchers outside an RDC. Please contact your local RDC Analyst if you would like a copy.
Available Cycles
| Years | Name |
|---|---|
| 1982-2021 | Longitudinal Administrative Databank – Long-form Census |
Publication Note
All publications (e.g. scientific articles, reports, dissertations, theses) and presentations based on a dataset available in the RDCs should include an acknowledgement of the support provided by granting councils (SSHRC, CIHR, CFI), Statistics Canada and host university. See a sample