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.
More information
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