Important notice: The presentations are for reference purposes only. A 2026 Census questionnaire must be completed in English or in French, online, by phone or on paper.
The census questions and reasons why we ask the questions are available in audio format, either by streaming or download. You can access these presentations organized by topic below, or download the entire collection (ZIP, 21.22 MB).
People who have a hearing or speech impairment and need help completing their questionnaire should call the Census Help Line TTY number (1-833-830-3109) to request assistance. Video relay services (VRS) (opens in a new window) can also be used.
See also: Text version of the 2A Questions and reasons why the questions are asked.
1. 2A questions – 2026 Census
2. Introduction
Download: 2. Introduction (MP3, 719.72 KB)
3. Message from the Chief Statistician of Canada
4. Part 1
Download: 4. Part 1 (MP3, 54.71 KB)
5. Part 1 - Step A
Download: 5. Part 1 - Step A (MP3, 1.51 MB)
6. Part 1 - Step B
Download: 6. Part 1 - Step B (MP3, 4.82 MB)
7. Part 1 - Step C
Download: 7. Part 1 - Step C (MP3, 957.14 KB)
8. Part 1 - Step D
Download: 8. Part 1 - Step D (MP3, 2.93 MB)
9. Part 1 - Step D: Demographic information
10. Part 1 - Step E
Download: 10. Part 1 - Step E (MP3, 719.90 KB)
11. Part 1 - Step F
Download: 11. Part 1 - Step F (MP3, 660.00 kB)
12. Part 2
Download: 12. Part 2 (MP3, 1.90 MB)