Longitudinal Survey of Immigrants to Canada (LSIC)

Summary of changes

Activity on this program started: 2001

Reference period of change - 2005 (Wave 3)

Some questions were modified in order to improve the quality of the collected data. Focus groups were conducted on the changes prior to Wave 3 collection. The questionnaire was put through a rigorous testing process including modular, integrated and end to end testing.

Reference period of change - 2003 (Wave 2)

Some questions were modified in order to improve the quality of the collected data. In addition, questions relating to experiences prior to arrival in Canada in Wave 1 were replaced with questions to obtain more detailed information on experiences after arrival in Canada. Focus groups were conducted on the changes prior to Wave 2 collection.

Reference period of change - 2001 (Wave 1)

Instrument design - Content was modified and expanded upon based on the results of the pilot test. New content was designed in consultation with other federal departments as well as experts in the field of immigration. Additional focus groups were conducted on the changes prior to Wave 1 collection. The questionnaire was put through a rigorous testing process including modular, integrative and end to end testing.