Are you looking for flexible, meaningful work in your community? Statistics Canada is hiring interviewers (enumerators) for the 2026 Census!
Interviewers play a key role in census operations by using local knowledge to help conduct the census through door-to-door visits.
Census information can be used to plan programs and services that support employment, education, public transportation, and healthcare. There are numerous census jobs available in select northern and remote communities. The contract period for census jobs is January – March 2026, depending on the position and location.
Essential Skills
A great candidate must:
• Have strong interpersonal skills and communication abilities.
• Be adaptable, reliable, and work well independently with minimal supervision.
• Have organizational skills, basic computer knowledge, and attention to detail.
• Be available to work flexible hours (days, evenings, and weekends) for a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Live in one of the select northern or remote communities (Visit census.gc.ca/jobs-north for the list of communities included in early recruitment)
Additional Assets
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language
• Knowledge of local community geography
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations or communities
Key Responsibilities
In this position, you will:
• Conduct door-to-door visits to collect census information.
• Provide clear explanations about the census process and how personal information is protected.
• Accurately record and submit respondent information while maintaining confidentiality.
• Track your progress and report regularly to your supervisor.
• Attend all required training sessions and team meetings.
• Follow established protocols for challenging situations and non-responsive households.
• Complete administrative documentation as required.
Communities Included in Early Recruitment
Wasagamack, St. Theresa Point, Red Sucker Lake, God’s Lake
Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or possess a valid work permit, residing in Canada with a Canadian home address. Applicants must be the age of majority in their current province or territory of residence.
Statistics Canada is committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse workforce. Any applicants who require accommodation measures are encouraged to self-identify at any stage of the application process. You may need to provide documentation from a medical professional with additional information on the specific accommodations required. If you require new or additional accommodation measures at any point during the recruitment process, notify the recruiter. To learn more on Employment equity please visit –
Employment equity – Canada.ca
This position requires Reliability Status. To learn more, visit:
Reliability Status Information
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Learn more and apply today at
census.gc.ca/jobs-north
For more information on careers within Statistics Canada on the Aboriginal Job Board,
Head to our informative featured employer page here.
