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General Social Survey (GSS) – Social Networks / Social Engagement
The two primary objectives of the General Social Survey (GSS) are: to gather data on social trends in order to monitor changes in the living conditions and well being of Canadians over time; and to provide information on specific social policy issues of current or emerging interest.
The survey collects data on social networks, and social and civic participation. Information is also collected on major changes in respondents' lives and the resources they used and needed during these transitions.
Content from this cycle is related to content from previous cycles of the General Social Survey Cycle 17 (Social Engagement).
Major topics and subtopics
None
Secondary topics
Aboriginal Peoples
Activity limitations
Education
Ethnic diversity and immigration
Families and households
Income and earnings
Labour
Language
Place of work and commuting to work
Religion
Limited topics
Housing and shelter costs
Type
Cross-sectional
Sample size
25,000 individuals
Frequency
Every 5 years
Lowest levels of geography
Provinces and selected census metropolitan areas
Products and services
- Basic standard products
- Public use microdata file
- Customized tabulations
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