Participation rate in postsecondary education, young Canadians between 19 and 23 years of age, by family characteristics measured five years earlier

Using integrated census data over two cycles, this table presents information about the postsecondary education participation of Canadian youth aged 19 to 23 by family characteristics measured five years earlier, when the majority lived with their parents. Family characteristics include educational attainment, income, family type, area of residence and immigration status. The information is given for Canada, provinces and territories.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 21:59 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 17:20 (UTC)
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title_fr Taux de participation aux études postsecondaires, jeunes Canadiens âgés de 19 à 23 ans, selon les caractéristiques familiales mesurées cinq ans plus tôt
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