Canada to Hire 32,000 Census Workers for 2026 – Earn Up to $38/Hour
Statistics Canada is recruiting nearly 32,000 workers to support its May 2026 census. Roles include part-time enumerators and full-time crew leaders responsible for visiting households, collecting data, and supervising teams. Pay starts at about $25.87 per hour for enumerators and $31.23 for crew leaders. In remote areas, rates increase to nearly $37 per hour. Eligible expenses such as mileage and parking are reimbursed, and schedules often include evenings and weekends. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work permit. Initial recruitment focuses on northern and remote communities before nationwide hiring opens on January 6, 2026. Candidates can apply through the official federal job listings once recruitment begins. Early application is recommended due to high demand for these roles.
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