A Look at a Bigger Picture: The Demographic Profile of Archivists in Canada Based on a National Survey
Abstract
This article is a report of the results of a national survey of members ofthe Association of Canadian Archivists undertaken in 1998. Following the method of Salant and Dillman for mail surveys, a high response of seventy per cent provides anaccurate picture. The demographic profile of archivists that is discussed is based on returns from all provinces and territories. Frequency tables are provided. The resultsunderscore the value of surveys and point to the profession’s need for regular data collection to keep its knowledge up-to-date and to control the ways professional characteristics and needs are represented in professional and institutional initiatives.
RÉSUMÉ
Cet article présente les résultats d’un sondage national effectué en 1998 au près des membres de l’Association of Canadian Archivists. Selon la méthode de Salant et Dillman pour la tenue de sondages postaux, un taux élevé de soixante-dix pourcent permet de dresser un portrait fidèle de la situation. Le profil démographique quiest présenté ici découle des questionnaires retournés de toutes les provinces et territoires. Des tableaux de fréquences sont offerts dans l’article. Les résultats obtenusdémontrent la valeur des sondages et indiquent le besoin de la profession quant à lacollecte régulière de données; cela permet de conserver les connaissances à jour surcette profession et de contrôler la façon dont ses traits et besoins sont représentés dans le cadre d’initiatives professionnelles et institutionnelles.
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