Tuesday, June 14, 2005

Jobless rate holds steady

THE ECONOMY created an estimated 35,000 jobs in May as gains in trade and transportation more than offset substantial declines in manufacturing and construction. It was the second consecutive monthly increase.    more >>

More magazines, higher profits

CANADIAN publishers are pumping out more periodicals than ever before and pulling in far greater revenues in spite of a drop in subscription sales.    more >>

Rebound in housing sector

CONSTRUCTION intentions rebounded in the housing sector in April, but the gain was more than offset by the first decline in three months in non-residential building permits.    more >>

SPOTLIGHT: Overseas travel

This week’s Spotlight is on travel. More Canadians traveled to overseas countries than ever before in 2004, and while most went to Europe, many were opting for a vacation in Caribbean sunspots.    more >>

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