Census Canada Hiring

Approximately 32,000 staff will be hired across Canada, and nearly 600 right here on Vancouver Island/surrounding islands. The rate of pay starts at $25 an hour, and most roles are between 20 and 40 hours of work a week, including a mix of days, evenings, and weekends, depending on the assignment.

In terms of timing, a few waves of recruitment are anticipated based these start dates:

1. Non‑supervisory positions: March to mid‑April
2. Spares/backup staff: May through July

The Census jobs website is the best source of detailed and up‑to‑date information:      

 https://www.census.gc.ca/en/jobs

Tear-away posters are located at the Post Office, the Ferry shelter, the Community Board at Forbes Hall and inside on the bulletin board at Forbes Hall.  

Statistics Canada / Government of Canada