Population Data BC is a multi-university, data and education resource facilitating interdisciplinary research on the determinants of human health, well-being and development.


We offer researchers access to one of the world’s largest collections of health care, health services and population health data, and a comprehensive education and training service on how to best use those data.


Linked data research: informing policy-making for healthier communities

News & Events

What did we achieve in 2011?

A great deal was achieved in 2011 thanks to the hard work of our staff and the collaborative efforts of our partners and...

International Privacy Day 2012 Event

Celebrate International Data Privacy Day by learning about November’s changes to FIPPA and how it may impact your...

New MoH data application process streamlines approvals & shortens approval times for qualifying research projects

Responding to the needs of BC’s health research community, the Ministry of Health has implemented a new process to...