1. About this guide

This reference guide is intended for users of the 2011 Census Boundary Files. The guide provides an overview of the files, the general methodology used to create them, and important technical information for users.

This reference guide does not provide details on specific software packages that are available for use with the 2011 Census Boundary Files. Users are advised to contact the appropriate software vendor for information.

The first edition of this guide was released on November 29, 2011, to accompany the release of the 2011 Census Province and Territory, Census Division, Economic Region, Census Metropolitan Area and Census Agglomeration, Census Consolidated Subdivision, Census Subdivision, Federal Electoral District (2003 Representation Order), Census Tract, Dissemination Area and Dissemination Block Boundary Files.

This second edition guide accompanies the release of the 2011 Census Designated Place and Population Centre Boundary Files.

This data product is provided 'as-is,' and Statistics Canada makes no warranty, either express or implied, including but not limited to, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will Statistics Canada be liable for any direct, special, indirect, consequential or other damages, however caused.