Population Estimate: Statistics Canada

Statistics Canada: As chief statistician of Manitoba, I categorically state Statistics Canada has substantially underestimated Manitoba's population. The issue is about statistical methodology which has serious consequences for Manitobans. An under-counted population has significant negative impacts on fiscal transfers, resulting in the province not receiving its rightful share. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. Statistics Canada's new population estimates were released Sept. 26, 2013, and effectively delete approximately 18,000 Manitobans. Before September, Statistics Canada had stated Manitoba's 2011 population estimate to be 1,251,690. Now, they reduced it to 1,233,728. Over the past two months, there have been considerable media articles and commentary regarding an under-count of Manitoba's population. Manitobans should understand the issue and why it is important. Every five years, Statistics Canada conducts a census. Before population estimates are finalized, they complete a follow-up study to estimate how many people were missed by the census. MBS's concern lies with that follow up study and statistically unusual results, which have led to an under-count of Manitoba's population. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.