Who is counted? How to use the Census of Canada timeline to search for ethno-racial and Indigenous identities

Finding data on race, racialized populations, and anti-racism in Canada can be a complex process when conducting research. One source of data is the Census of Canada which has been collecting socio-demographic data since 1871. However, the collection of racial, ethnic, or Indigenous data has changed throughout the years and from Census to Census. This presentation will detail how the Census of Canada has asked questions about ethno-racial and Indigenous identity over time, and some of the challenges with searching for ethno-racial data in Canada. The presenters will also share an online guide they created to help librarians and researchers answer ethno-racial data questions within the Canadian context