Setting the Record Straight: Discrepancies in Reported Wealth Statistics

  Recently the Canadian government announced the capital gains tax increase. Along with this announcement, they included statistics on the wealth characteristics of the Canadian population which we’ve found to be misleading and inaccurate. In this video here there is a graph depicting the net worth for the highest wealth quintile (top 20%) reporting just […]

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The Canadian Census: Data Rounding and Suppression in Rural Towns

  The Canadian Census stands as a cornerstone of national data collection, serving as an essential tool for mapping the demographic, social, and economic landscape of the country. This comprehensive data collection exercise informs a wide array of decisions, from governmental policy-making and urban planning to business strategy development. Its importance in guiding both public […]

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Evaluating Data: Google Maps vs. Government Maps

The selection of data providers and navigational aids can have a big influence on strategic decision-making in today’s data-driven business environment. With a case study on the annexation of the City of Brantford, we’ll discuss the subtle distinctions between Google Maps and government maps and goes into detail on how businesses can evaluate data sources critically. […]

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