Survey Methodology
A conversation with Dr. Ivan P. Fellegi

by Edward J. Chen and Erin R. LundyNote 1

  • Release date: June 30, 2025

Abstract

Ivan Fellegi is an expert in statistical science and a public servant who was the Chief Statistician of Canada from 1985 to 2008. This article briefly recounts his early life, long-spanning career and influential research contributions. It includes an interview conducted in February 2017 to mark the 60th year of service of Ivan Fellegi’s career at Statistics Canada.

Key Words:    Evidence-based decision making; Management of statistical organizations; Official statistics.

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How to cite

Chen, E.J., and Lundy, E.R. (2025). A conversation with Dr. Ivan P. Fellegi. Survey Methodology, 51(1), 305-317. Paper available at http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/12-001-x/2025001/article/00002-eng.pdf.

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