Community Dashboard: Sense of belonging to local community

Current 69.7%
Previous 68.5%
Preferred trend Increase
Reporting date Dec. 31, 2020

Rationale and analysis

Why this measurement is important

Statistics Canada outlined that research shows a high correlation of sense of community-belonging with physical and mental health.

How we measure this data

As overseen by Statistics Canada with an occasional frequency.

Progress and advancements

Niagara's 2020 average for this indicator rose to 69.7 per cent, which is below the Ontario average of 71.3 per cent and just below the national average of 70.0 per cent, for the same period.

About this indicator

This indicator outlines the (self-reported) sense of belonging to local community of those aged 12 or older.

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