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The census questions and reasons why the questions are asked are available in alternate formats, including American Sign Language (ASL), Langue des signes québécoise (LSQ), audio, DAISY, electronic braille and e-text.
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Questions from the Census of Population questionnaires
Short-form (2A) questions
Explore alternate formats of the questions from the short-form Census of Population questionnaire and the reasons why the questions are asked.
Long-form (2A-L) questions
Explore alternate formats of the questions from the long-form Census of Population questionnaire and the reasons why the questions are asked.
Long-form (2A-R) questions
Explore alternate formats of the questions from the long-form Census of Population questionnaire completed in northern, remote and reserve areas. The reasons why the questions are asked are also provided.