The two primary objectives of the General Social Survey (GSS) are: to gather data on social trends in order to monitor changes in the living conditions and well being of Canadians over time; and to provide information on specific social policy issues of current or emerging interest.

The purpose of the survey was to better understand how Canadians support individuals and communities on their own or through their involvement with charitable and nonprofit organizations. Survey respondents were asked how they gave money and other resources to organizations; volunteered time to help others and to enhance their communities; and participated in practices which help give substance to active citizenship.

The survey content includes the location of use (e.g., at home or at work), the frequency and intensity of use, the specific uses of the Internet from the home, the purchase of products and services (electronic commerce), and other issues related to Internet use (such as concerns over privacy).

The public-use microdata file for the Survey of Household Spending (62M0004XCB) provides detailed information on household expenditures, dwelling characteristics, and ownership of household equipment such as appliances, communications and entertainment equipment, and vehicles.

Link covering the full list of products available through the Data Liberation Initiative.

First published in 1867, the Canada Year Book (CYB) charts key trends and indicators in the nation's economy, population, society and environment.

This on-line publication discusses the social, economic, and demographic changes affecting the lives of Canadians. It contains the latest figures for major social indicators.

These profiles present BC community-level information from the 2006 Census of Population.

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The International Data Base (IDB) offers a variety of demographic indicators for countries and areas of the world with a population of 5,000 or more. Estimates and projections of: Birth, death, and growth rates; migration rates, infant mortality, and life expectancy; fertility rates; total population and population by age and sex.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has social and economic stats from around the world.

Global and internationally comparable statistics on education, science, culture and communication.

A database created by the United Nations Population Division that allows users to search for international population statistics.