Archived Content

Information identified as archived is provided for reference, research or recordkeeping purposes. It is not subject to the Government of Canada Web Standards and has not been altered or updated since it was archived. Please contact us to request a format other than those available.

Archived Content

Content is archived.

Common-law status

Part A - Short definition:

Common-law refers to two people living together as a couple but not legally married to each other.

Part B - Detailed definition:

Common-law refers to two people living together as a couple but not legally married to each other. They may be of opposite sex or of the same sex.

Reported in:

2011

Reported for:

Population in private households

Question number(s):

Direct variable: Question 5

Responses:

Yes; No

Remarks:

All persons under 15 years of age are considered to be not living common law.

Date modified: