Your Questions, Answered
Is Maple Metrics connected to any political party?
No, Maple Metrics is an independent civic initiative not affiliated with any political party, for-profit organization, or lobby group. Our mission is to provide impartial and non-partisan insights about the state of Canada, making complex information accessible and understandable to all Canadians.
How is Maple Metrics funded?
Currently, Maple Metrics is privately funded to maintain its independence and focus on delivering unbiased insights. We are actively working towards incorporating this civic initiative as a not-for-profit organization, either at the provincial or federal level, to ensure long-term sustainability and broaden our impact. We do not accept advertising dollars of any kind.
How does Maple Metrics ensure the accuracy of the data it reports?
Maple Metrics ensures accuracy through two key approaches:
- Trusted Sources: We aggregate and publish data and insights exclusively from reputable organizations. You can view the full list of sources [here].
- Transparent Metadata: Every metric, chart, and article published on our website includes detailed metadata to support fact-checking and validation. Examples of key metadata include:
- Source Details (organization name, link to the original source)
- Data Context (geographic coverage, unit of measurement, methodology)
- Relevance (recency, frequency of data refresh, date of most recent update)
Can we request for specific KPIs or indicators to be featured on Maple Metrics?
Absolutely! Maple Metrics aims to be a comprehensive resource for key data points and indicators that help Canadians understand the nation’s overall health and progress. If there’s a specific metric you’d like to see featured, we’d love to hear from you. Simply reach out to us at [email protected].