What is the Canadian income survey?
The Canadian Income Survey is a supplement to the Labour Force Survey. It is a cross-sectional survey that collects data about income, labour market activity, school attendance, support payments, inter-household transfers, disability, unmet health care needs, food security, and characteristics and costs of housing.
What is the collection period of the Canadian income survey (CIS)?
Collection period: From January 16 to July 5, 2022 Collection methods: Electronic questionnaire, telephone interview and personal interview Survey participation: Voluntary Your participation in this survey is voluntary. Canadian Income Survey (CIS) Skip to main content Skip to footer Language selection Français Search and menus Search and menus
What data is collected in the CIS?
The data collected in the CIS is combined with Labour Force Survey (LFS, record number 3701) and tax data. The survey gathers information on labour market activity, school attendance, disability, support payments, child care expenses, inter-household transfers, personal income, and characteristics and costs of housing.