How to Cite Statistics Canada Data the Right Way
Citing Statistics Canada releases, tables, and microdata.
Every formal Statistics Canada citation should include the Catalogue number. Skipping it is a small-but-common deduction.
Cite the specific table number where possible. 'Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0287-01' is a complete identifier.
PUMFs require a separate citation pattern including survey name, cycle, and access date.
Census data: cite by year, geography, and topic. Note the DLI version when accessed through your university library.
Date stamping matters. StatCan revises tables; include reference period and retrieval date.
For visualisations: cite the underlying table, not the visualisation tool.
StatCan provides a 'Cite this product' button - use it as a starting point and adapt to your style.
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