Purchasing power data and socio-demographic data can be displayed on a map of Canada using the following area boundaries: PC 3-digit, Census Divisions and Dissemination Areas.

Canada Purchasing Power, Socio-demographics & Area Boundaries

Socio-demographic data, purchasing power data and area boundaries can be used to perform a variety of data analyses about Canada.

Welcome to Canada’s Premier Source of Geodata for PC 3-digit, Census Divisions and Dissemination Areas

Discover a comprehensive suite of geodata for Canada from our extensive global data offering of sociodemographic and purchasing power data. Elevate your geomarketing, target group analyses, and location studies with our detailed insights. MBI provides accurate area boundaries (vector boundaries, polygons) with detailed, seamless coverage of the following areas: PC 3-digit, Census Divisions and Dissemination Areas. Our data’s global consistency and comparability enable you to draw comparisons between Canada and any other country worldwide. Additionally, political risk data allows you to develop targeted adaptation strategies to increase your location, logistics, and investment security.

Tailored for professionals in areas such as expansion planning, risk management, portfolio analysis, and statistical research, our data is accessible in all standard GIS formats and Excel. Licensed from MBI, this data ensures you have the robust information needed for strategic decision-making to drive your sales and business forward and maximize ROI.

Data that can currently be licensed from mbi for Canada

Each attribute or geographical level can be licensed individually.

Geographic level
Area levelPost Code / ZIP CodeAdministrativeMicro
NamePC 3-digitCensus DivisionsDissemination Areas
Number of areas166829357931
Geometry
PolygonsYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Data / Variables
PopulationYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Age bandsYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Sex / GenderYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
HouseholdsYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
UnemployedNo/Not AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Purchasing powerYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Retail SpendingYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Retail TurnoverYes/AvailableYes/AvailableNo/Not Available
Retail CentralityYes/AvailableYes/AvailableNo/Not Available
Consumer Spending by Product GroupsYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Households by Income QuintilesYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Education (country-specific)Yes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Households by Type (country-specific)Yes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Marital status (country-specific)Yes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Consumer StylesYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Daytime PopulationYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Online-Shopping AffinityYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
Socio Bundle PlusYes/AvailableYes/AvailableYes/Available
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Canada’s Geodata Insights: A Foundation for Innovation and Strategic Planning

Canada is known for its vast landscapes and diverse population. As one of the wealthiest countries in the world, it presents unique opportunities for businesses growth. From the bustling urban centers of Toronto and Vancouver to the expansive rural areas, Canada’s robust economy make it an ideal candidate for businesses looking for a place to expand. The varied geography underscores the businesses need for comprehensive geospatial analysis.

Geographical Levels and Products

MBI’s geodata for Canada is detailed across three primary area types:

  • Census Divisions: Supports national and regional planning efforts with extensive data on population, economic activities, and social indicators.
  • Dissemination Areas: This level is ideal for detailed urban analysis and precise market segmentation.
  • Postal Codes (3-digit): Facilitates precise marketing, logistics, and distribution strategies, critical for businesses operating across Canada’s expansive geographic landscape.

Country-Specific Insights

Canada’s economy is characterized by its diversity and comprises several key industries. These include the raw materials sector (energy, mining), the manufacturing industry, agriculture, the service sector, information technology and the financial sector. Understanding geodata is crucial for businesses in these sectors. The granularity and scope of geodata available facilitate nuanced strategies that reflect the complex realities of Canada’s provinces and territories, driving forward-looking business models.

Use Case

A real estate developer is assessing potential sites for a new residential project. MBI’s data on household types, income quintiles, and purchasing power provides critical insights into the most promising locations.

Why Use Geodata from MBI for Canada

Canada’s diverse and expansive landscape offers a wealth of opportunities for businesses that leverage detailed geodata for strategic planning and decision-making. MBI’s comprehensive geodata products provide the insights needed to navigate this complex market, from urban centers to rural areas. By integrating MBI’s geodata into their strategies, businesses can achieve targeted growth, enhance operational efficiency, and stay ahead in a competitive environment. As Canada continues to evolve, MBI’s geodata stands to be indispensable for unlocking the full potential of this vibrant market.

Advantages of our administrative Boundaries

  • Worldwide, seamless coverage of postal and administrative boundaries
  • The layers are topographically correct and country borders fit seamlessly together without overlaps and gaps
  • Data and areas can be easily combined in one layer thanks to a unique key, enabling cross-country analysis
  • Constant updates guarantee a current data status
  • The vintage compatibility between the MBI boundaries and the MBI Sociodemographic and Purchasing Power data is guaranteed
  • Simple update by uniform layout of the layer names
  • The higher-level area hierarchies are included with the boundary files
  • Digital boundaries are in a vector format to allow visualization in any zoom levels

Smart Combination

The territorial vintages of the worldwide area boundaries are compatible with our globally consistent and comparable socio-economic data. We offer you the best basis for well-founded and data-based decisions. If desired, we can integrate the MBI data directly into our digital boundaries. So, you can load them directly into your system without any additional steps and use them immediately.

COUNTRY AVAILABILITY

Europe | North America | South America | Asia | Oceania | Africa

AREA BOUNDARIES

• Postcode Level
• Administrative Area Level
• Small Area Level

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DATA FORMATS

Text file (CSV/TSV) | KML | Access database (MDB) | Excel (xls) | Esri Shapefile (.shp) | Esri Geodatabase (.gdb) | MapInfo (.tab) | MapInfo MIF/MID | more on request

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DATALINK API

Easy access to a variety of MBI data
• Datalink Desktop
• Datalink Rest API

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