Last day to fill out 2016 census

Posted May 10, 2016 9:16 am.

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In case you aren’t busy enough: this is the last day to fill out the mandatory 2016 census.

Most received the short form census, and this year, one in four households received the long-form questionnaire, which was brought back by the liberal government and replaces a voluntary household survey.

The census can be completed online.

Statistics Canada says the information is important for your community and is vital for planning public services.

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