Statistics Canada

• Travel to U.S. from Canada drops again as domestic trips rise

  The number of people travelling from Canada to the U.S. dropped in April, while domestic travel jumped compared with last year, new Statistics Canada data shows.

  Canada

  Jun 3
  
• More than 75% of Canadians hopeful on unity, economy in 2024: StatCan

  More than three-quarters of Canadians said they were feeling hopeful about unity in the country, with a similar number expressing hope for economic opportunities.

  Canada

  May 29
  
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• Alberta’s annual inflation rate tumbles in April, lowest west of Atlantic Canada

  The annual inflation rate in Alberta took a big dip in April, driven by lower energy prices, but the inflation rate for groceries was higher, led by increasing beef prices.

  Economy

  May 20
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• Alberta unemployment remained steady ahead of Trump tariffs

  The latest numbers from Statistics Canada show Calgary's unemployment rate dropped significantly last month, while Red Deer's remains the highest of any major city in Canada.

  Economy

  Mar 7
• Red Deer’s unemployment rate highest in Canada, other Alberta cities hold steady

  One economist warns the Statistics Canada report on unemployment rates aren't quite as grim as the data suggests, but says the threat of a trade war could change the market.

  Economy

  Feb 10
• Canada’s population could reach 80M in 50 years, despite immigration cut: report

  Canada’s population will grow over the years regardless of the federal government’s recent decision to slash immigration rates, a new report shows.

  Canada

  Jan 21
• Latest job numbers shatter expectations, send positive signals about Calgary economy

  Calgary Economic Development says there are positive signs, despite the latest report from Stats Canada that shows Calgary has the second highest jobless rate amongst major cities.

  Economy

  Jan 10
• Local Saskatchewan restaurants, businesses continue to face challenges

  It was another difficult year for restaurants and bars in Saskatchewan, as business owners navigate inflation, increased costs, and people having less money to spend. Global News spoke to local businesses in Regina and Saskatoon that have dealt with many “ups and downs” over the past year.

  Canada

  Dec 27, 2024
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• Saskatchewan Indigenous-owned businesses aim for success

  According to Statistics Canada, indigenous owned businesses are 20 percent more likely to close and more likely to struggle to expand, when compared their competitors.

  Canada

  Nov 18, 2024
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• Labour force participation rate hits 27-year low, outside the pandemic

  Canada's labour market added roughly 15,000 jobs in October, enough to keep the unemployment rate steady at 6.5 per cent in the month.

  Economy

  Nov 8, 2024