Census 2026 Enumerator

Census 2026 Enumerator

Statistics Canada

Job Level 

Entry level

Intended job posting audience 

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

Statistics Canada is hiring in your community for the 2026 Census! Census information is used to plan programs and services that support employment, education, public transportation and healthcare. Join the 2026 Census team for meaningful work and community impact. Enumerator positions are term positions and will go from May to July 2026.

Overview 

The primary responsibility of enumerators is to collect completed census questionnaires from households.
Enumerators must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week on average, as determined by workload, with the majority of the work completed in the evenings and on weekends.
Responsibilities include collecting data from respondents in person through door-to-door visits.
Enumerators receive hourly compensation and are eligible to claim authorized expenses, such as mileage and parking.
The employment period runs from May 2026 to July 2026, depending on the position and location.
Responsibilities 

Establish contact for interview by telephone or in person
Record answer on paper or enter directly into computer database
Conduct interview following the outlines of questionnaires and survey
Check information gathered for completeness and accuracy
Perform general office duties
*Must have access to reliable internet service.

Computer and technology knowledge 

MS Office
Security and safety

Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Willing to travel
Attention to detail
Transportation/travel information

Willing to travel
Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail
Walking
Personal suitability

Accurate
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Organized
Education

No degree, certificate or diploma 
Experience 

Will train 
Official languages 

English 
Who can apply to this job?

Only apply to this job if: 

You are
a Canadian citizen, or
a permanent resident, or
a temporary resident of Canada.
You have a valid Canadian work permit.
You are available to work flexible hours including days, evenings, and weekends.
You have reached the age of majority in your current province or territory of residence (19 in British Columbia & Yukon).
You reside in Canada and have a Canadian home address.
Employment groups 

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Indigenous people, older workers, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Persons with disabilities, Visible minorities
How to apply

Online: https://www.census.gc.ca/en/jobs?utm_source=cst-genpop-web-image&utm_medium=vurl&utm_campaign=statcan-statcan-regional-comms-recruitment-25-26&utm_content=genpop-recruitment-en

Applications are open now and are being assessed as they come in. Please apply as soon as possible.

Not work from Home application.