Illustrated Glossary
Dissemination area (DA)

Definition

A dissemination area (DA) is a small, relatively stable geographic unit composed of one or more adjacent dissemination blocks with an average population of 400 to 700 persons based on data from the previous Census of Population Program. It is the smallest standard geographic area for which all census data are disseminated. Dissemination areas cover all the territory of Canada.

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For more information on dissemination area, consult the Dictionary, Census of Population, 2016.

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