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Canadian farmers mainly grow two types of grapes. Fresh Labrusca grapes are destined for the produce section of a supermarket to be eaten, while fresh vinifera or French hybrid grapes are grown to make wine. Based on production data, Canadians are much more likely to partake of the grape in liquid rather than in solid form, with fresh vinifera or French hybrid grapes accounting for 97.3% of total grape production in Canada in 2025.

The number of Canadians who died of drug overdoses—unintentional, intentional or undetermined—edged down to 7,775 deaths in 2022 and 7,650 deaths in 2023, but drug overdoses remain the third leading cause of avoidable death in Canada.

August 26 is International Dog Day, celebrating the bond between people and dogs as well as the vital roles dogs play in society—including as service animals—and encouraging adoption from shelters. With that in mind, let’s jump into some of our pet-related statistics.

Statistics Canada's look at the week.

Between the prime working years and the “golden years” lay the in-between years—statistically speaking, those aged 55 and older still participating in the labour force.

For parents sending a child off to school this fall, it’s time to stock up on school supplies. Let’s take a look at how prices for back-to-school staples have changed over the course of a 12-year secondary school education. 

Despite a decline in staff and revenue over time for the radio broadcasting stations industry—which is comprised of private, public, and non-commercial (such as community or campus radio) stations—the industry as a whole turned a profit in 2025. Let’s tune into the numbers.

Statistics Canada's look at the week.

Back in the old days, kids used to walk to school, allegedly many kilometres, uphill both ways. Youth today can still avail themselves to active transportation such as walking or cycling, but transit is also generally a viable option, especially in larger urban centres.

In 2025, nationwide marketed production of fresh peaches totalled 20 242 tonnes, up from 16 584 tonnes in 2024. Farmers received $47.7 million for their crop in 2025, the highest value in three years.