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The Daily. Monday, October 25, 1999
The final edition of the 1996 Census Dictionary is now available in print format. The dictionary explains all the concepts, terms, variables, and geography elements associated with the 1996 Census. For this final edition, new definitions have been added to the section on population universe, including concepts relating to mobility, persons living as a couple, and visible minorities. Seven of the 17 appendices have also been updated.
In addition to the print format, the dictionary is also available as a free downloadable publication on the Statistics Canada Web site. Look under "Products and services" or the "Census" module.
The 1996 Census Dictionary (92-351-UPE, $25) is now available. See How to order publications.
For further information, or to order the final edition of the dictionary in print format, contact your nearest Statistics Canada Regional Reference Centre.