Northwest Territories Census

History of Northwest Territories Censuses
In 1851, Canada begin keeping censuses every 10 years. However, these censuses were often taken in different years, and it was not until 1871, after the Dominion of Canada was created, that censuses were taken regularly. The Northwest Territories were first included on the Canada census in 1881.

Official Canada Censuses
For more information about these censuses, visit Library and Archives of Canada.