Tuesday, February 17, 2004

Rough ride for manufacturers last year

Manufacturers’ shipments fell for the second time in three years in 2003 despite a late-year rally in December.    more >>

Exports soar despite decade-high dollar

Merchandise exporters ended 2003 on a positive note, reporting a 3.6% gain in their shipments abroad for December despite a Canadian dollar that hit decade-high levels.    more >>

First decline in eight years in new vehicle sales

Sales of new vehicles fell last year for the first time since 1995. And at the same time, the combined market share of the Big Three North American automakers continued to slide.    more >>

SPOTLIGHT: Grandparents

This week’s Spotlight is on grandparents and grandchildren. For many grandparents, later life is a time for reaping some well-earned relaxation after raising their children. But thousands are finding themselves in an unusual position – raising their children’s children.    more >>

© 2004, Statistics Canada.