In 2022, despite COVID-19 pandemic challenges and semiconductor shortages, global electric vehicle (EV) sales represented 14% of all vehicles sold, marking a substantial increase from the 9% market share in 2021. This rise, led by China and Europe, contributed to a total of over 26 million EVs on roads, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) driving about 70% of this growth.
Every ingredient that goes into a great blueberry pancake is found right here in Canada, in abundance. In fact, Canada is the world’s leading maple syrup producer, second leading blueberry grower and among the leading wheat growers.
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
Mental health is important for everyone–at every stage of our lives, it matters.
The world is moving increasingly online and so too are Canadians when it comes to health care. Having access to electronic health information may allow patients to be more informed about and better manage their health. In the summer of 2023, just over half of Canadians (51%) aged 15 and older living in the provinces reported accessing electronic health information in the past 12 months. The reasons for accessing information included getting lab test results, vaccine or immunization records, upcoming appointments, current medications and medication history, and medical imaging reports.
The surge in international student enrolment at Canadian postsecondary institutions from 2010 to 2019 has ultimately proven beneficial to Canadian students enrolled in science and arts programs at public universities and colleges, according to a recent study.
Tea or coffee… the eternal question. In Canada, coffee comes out on top when it comes to food availability, but tea prices are rising at a faster pace than coffee. In 2022, there was enough tea available to provide every Canadian with just over one cup of hot tea per day. To celebrate National Hot Tea month, let’s steep in some tea data.
House and condominium apartment prices in Canada have increased markedly in recent years. This has led to rising concerns about the accessibility of homeownership, especially among younger Canadians.
Let’s face it, Canadians have mixed feelings about snow. Some love frolicking in it, some tire of our long winters and are wary of the dangers associated with snow and ice, while others make a living from the flakey white stuff. Let’s dig into some snow-related data to mark World Snow Day.
