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Evolving Internet Use Among Canadian Seniors

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  • Schimmele, Christoph
  • Davidson, Jordan

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Since 2016, Internet use rates among Canadians aged 15 to 64 have reached near-saturation (97.2%) levels. However, the diffusion of information and communications technology (ICT), including the Internet, has proceeded at a much slower pace among Canadians aged 65 and older. Given that Canada is an aging society, knowing about the factors associated with Internet use among seniors is crucial for ensuring their access to it. This study uses four cycles of the General Social Survey (2007, 2010, 2013 and 2016) to describe changes in Canadian seniors’ rates of Internet use, and examines the sociodemographic factors associated with such use.

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  • Schimmele, Christoph & Davidson, Jordan, 2019. "Evolving Internet Use Among Canadian Seniors," Analytical Studies Branch Research Paper Series 2019015e, Statistics Canada, Analytical Studies Branch.
    • Handle: RePEc:stc:stcp3e:2019015e
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    Technology; Seniors; Internet use;
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