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Plain language definition
Indicates whether the 'Location of study' is the same as the province or territory of residence, a different Canadian province or territory, or outside Canada.
Detailed definition
This is a summary variable that indicates whether the 'Location of study' of the person's highest certificate, diploma or degree was the same province or territory where the person lived at the time of the 2011 National Household Survey, a different Canadian province or territory, or outside Canada. This variable is derived from 'Location of study' and 'Province or territory of current residence.' It only applies to individuals who had completed a postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree.
Values (English)
Total - Location of study compared with province or territory of residence
No postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree
Location of study inside Canada
Same as province or territory of residence
Another province or territory
Location of study outside Canada