Statistics Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. S-19)

Marginal note:False or unlawful information

31 Every person is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine of not more than $500 who, without lawful excuse,

• (a) refuses or neglects, following a request for information under this Act,

  • (i) to provide any requested information to the best of their knowledge and belief, or

  • (ii) to provide any requested information when and as required under this Act; or

• (b) knowingly gives false or misleading information or practises any other deception under this Act.