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Public use microdata files (PUMFs)
Modified on December 23, 2009
Major characteristics
The census microdata files provide unique access to a small sample of non-aggregated data. They contain samples of anonymous responses to the 2006 Census questionnaire. The files have been carefully scrutinized to ensure the complete confidentiality of the individual responses.
The PUMF user can group and manipulate these variables to suit data and research requirements. Tabulations excluded from other census products can be created or relationships between variables can be analysed using different statistical tests. The PUMF provides access to a comprehensive social and economic database about Canada and its people.
Most of the subject matter covered by the census is included in the microdata files. To ensure the respondents' anonymity, geographic identifiers will be restricted to provinces/territories and large census metropolitan areas.
What's new?
- Two microdata files will be produced, an individual file and a hierarchical file.
- Most of the subject matter covered by the census will be included in the microdata files.
- This product will be available in DVD-ROM format only.
- Data will be available for provinces, territories and large census metropolitan areas.
Geography
Provinces, territories and large census metropolitan areas.
Internet access
Offered through the Statistics Canada online catalogue listing only (for fee).
Other delivery methods
This product will be available in DVD-ROM format only.
Contact Statistics Canada’s National Contact Centre at 1-800-263-1136 for more information.
Availability
The individual file will be available in February 2010 and the hierarchical file will be available in the Fall of 2010.
Price/Price range
Individual file: CAN$1,115
Hierarchical file: CAN$1,115
Or
It costs CAN$1,670 for both files.
