The validity of denominational membership data in Canada

The Canadian census, unlike that of the United States, has consistently included a question on the respondent's religion. This presents an opportunity to compare self-reported data on religion, from the census, with membership counts as reported by the denominations themselves. (Original abstra...

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Published in:Sociological Analysis 1991-10, Vol.52 (Fall 91), p.293-299
Main Author: Mentzer, M S
Format: Article
Language:English
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Canada
Data
Membership
Religious denominations
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Summary:The Canadian census, unlike that of the United States, has consistently included a question on the respondent's religion. This presents an opportunity to compare self-reported data on religion, from the census, with membership counts as reported by the denominations themselves. (Original abstract)
ISSN:0038-0210