Tuesday, November 9, 2004

Jobless rate holds steady

THE ECONOMY created an estimated 34,000 jobs in October, the second consecutive monthly increase, after little change over the summer months.     more >>

Optimism high among manufacturers

CANADIAN manufacturers have expressed their most optimistic outlook for hiring in more than six years, according a survey of intentions for the final three months of the year.    more >>

We like our beer

CANADIANS still prefer beer by far than any other alcoholic beverage, but their tastes are swinging more and more to imported brands.    more >>

SPOTLIGHT: Social anxiety disorder

This week’s Spotlight is on social anxiety disorder. Just over 2 million Canadians aged 15 or older have suffered shyness so crippling that they avoid social encounters, or face them with dread.    more >>

© 2004, Statistics Canada.