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The Census - A Tool for Safety Policy
On Tuesday, May 16, 2006, more than 32.5 million people across
Canada
will “count themselves in” when they complete and submit their census forms by mail or online. By participating in the census, residents across the country play an important role in shaping
Canada
’s future.
Governments at all levels use census data to make decisions about Canada’s economic and social programs, policies and legislation, including those which affect the safety of Canadians, such as:
- National Child Care Information Centre
- Canadian Human Rights Commission
- Railway Safety Act
- Urban Transportation Assistance Program
- Division of Aging and Seniors, Public Health Agency of
Canada
- Home Adaptation for Seniors’
Independence
,
Canada
Mortgage and Housing Corporation
-
Canada
Labour Code
- Services for Handicapped Persons
- Social Development Partnerships Program
-
Canada
Manpower Mobility Program
- Bureau on Rehabilitation
- Emergency Preparedness Program
- Canadian Agriculture Safety Program
In communities across
Canada
, census data help municipal planners gauge the demand for services such as police and fire protection and hospitals. Census data are used in implementing appropriate safety measures for seniors and children, such as determining what areas might benefit from installing a prolonged walk signal. Changes in demographics and commuting patterns might indicate a need for new roads, bicycle paths, or well-lit pedestrian paths.
For more information on the census, please contact the Census Help Line at 1 877 594-2006 (TTY/TDD 1 888 243-0730) from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., starting May 1st, or visit the 2006 Census Web site.
On Tuesday, May 16, 2006, count yourself in!
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