The Calgary Real Estate Review

It seems everyone is talking about the Census these days.  Someone got a long form, someone else got a multiple page form.  It’s all very confusing but in the end, the fact remains that is still a requirement for the head of household to complete a Census.  I’ve been told that those homes which have not mailed their statement in by the end of May will  be first designated to a canvasser for follow up.

I have spoken to one of the canvass organizers and he’s indicated to me that canvassers are needed. The rate of pay is $14.72 per hour plus expenses for Canvassers and $18.04 per hour for Crew Leaders.

If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible:

• 18 years old
• A Canadian Citizen or eligible to work in Canada
• Able to commit 20 hours per week minimum; days, evenings; weekends and holidays

A drivers license and access to a vehicle is required in some areas.  You should be computer literate and have access to a home computer and internet.  You’ll also be required to pass a written test, interview, reference check and RCMP Security clearance.

So, if you’re looking for a little extra income on the side, this might be a good fit for you.  If you’re interested, you can register here.

I’d also like to comment that this sounds like it will be horrifically expensive to the average Canadian tax payer.  May I suggest that everyone complete and mail in their census form right away to avoid having to pay for this elephant?  For every household that does not complete and mail in the Census form, it could cost the taxpayer upwards of $25.00 each!  If you do the math, the cost to you and I for this relatively benign information is astronomical!