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The following standard symbols are used in Statistics Canada publications:
.. |
figures not available |
... |
figures not appropriate or not applicable |
- |
nil or zero |
-- |
amount too small to be expressed |
p |
preliminary figures |
r |
revised figures |
x |
confidential to meet secrecy requirements of the Statistics Act |
Most of the data published in The Consumer Price Index (Catalogue 62-001-XPB) is also available in machine readable form through CANSIM (Canadian Socio-Economic Information Management System). In general, CANSIM provides a longer historical series. For further information on CANSIM call (613) 951-8200 or write to Electronic Data Marketing Division, Statistics Canada, R.H. Coats Building, Ottawa, K1A 0T6.
Additional Information and Related Publications |
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Detailed information on the methodology and concepts of the CPI is contained in The Consumer Price Index Reference Paper, Updating Based on 1996 Expenditures, (Occasional), Catalogue 62-553. Information regarding the Family Expenditure Surveys is contained in two volumes: Family Food Expenditure in Canada, 1996, Catalogue 62-554, and Family Expenditure in Canada, 1996, Catalogue 62-555.
A brief non-technical document entitled "Your Guide to the Consumer Price Index" (Occasional) Catalogue no. 62-557-XPB is available on request from the information unit (613-951-9606) or on the Statistics Canada Internet Site . It answers the frequently asked questions about the construction and use of the CPI. For further information, contact the Consumer Prices Section, Prices Division, Statistics Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0T6 (613-951-9606).
Acknowledgements |
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This publication was prepared under the direction of:
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Louis Marc Ducharme, Director, Prices Division |
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Joanne Moreau, Chief, Consumer Price Index |
The feature articles are prepared under the direction of:
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Louis Marc Ducharme Director, Prices Division |
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Robin Lowe, Chief, Quality Assurance and Client Services Section |
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