2020 National Training

November 23, 2020

13:00-14:30 ET : Update on StatsCan/Data Access Division (DAD), EAC/DLI, PDC

November 24, 2020

13:00-14:00 ET : S1 | Overview of Content of the 2021 Census

This presentation provides an overview of the content of the 2021 Census of Population questionnaire, with an emphasis on new and modified content.

14:30-15:30 ET : S2 | Statistics Canada COVID-19 Data projects

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic the Centre for Social Data Integration and Development (CSDID) team, in conjunction with various partners, has conducted 8 crowdsource surveys targeting the general population, parents, students and persons living with disabilities.

November 25, 2020

13:00-14:00 ET : S1 | Adapting to the pandemic through remote instruction - A panel

Due to the pandemic, our normal teaching routines were disrupted. We were forced to adapt and change our approaches by teaching our workshops on data literacy and tools from in-person to a completely online environment.

14:30-15:45 ET : S2 | Support your research with data management planning!

This will be an applied session focused upon Data Management Plans. Topics covered will include the importance and benefits of DMPs, how they can support research projects, what makes a ‘good’ DMP, as well as an in-depth look at their content.

November 26, 2020

13:00-14:30 ET : S1 | From Open to Restricted - Statistic Canada’s Continuum of Data Access - A Panel

This panel will discuss providing access and facilitating access to Statistics Canada data along the continuum of data access.

15:00-16:00 ET : S2 | Lightning Talks Q&A

Lightning talks will be available for viewing throughout the training week. In this session, presenters will answer questions about the pre-recorded talks.

November 27, 2020

14:30-15:30 ET : S2 | Key Justice and Victimization Data Sets

This presentation is an opportunity to learn about the various data sets, available through Statistics Canada’s website as well as through the Research Data Centre network, that describe the nature and characteristics of crime and victimization in Canada.

13:00-14:00 ET : S1 | The Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Statistics Hub

The Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Statistics Hub focuses on disaggregated data by gender and other identities to support evidence-based policy development and decision making.