Dictionary, Census of Population, 2021
Geographical region of Canada

Release date: November 17, 2021
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Definition

The geographical regions of Canada are groupings of provinces and territories established for the purpose of statistical reporting. The six geographical regions of Canada are:

Reported in

2021, 2016 and 2011

Remarks

Refer to the related definition of Standard Geographical Classification (SGC).

Changes prior to the current census

Not applicable

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