Tag: Statistics Canada
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Canada’s August Trade Gap Widens as Exports Sink Faster Than Imports Rise
August Snapshot: A Widening Trade Deficit Canada’s merchandise trade deficit expanded to $6.32 billion in August, with exports slipping more than imports rose on a monthly basis, according to Statistics Canada. The gap underscores how rapidly shifting demand and the country’s exposure to the U.S. market have reshaped Canada’s trade picture at the start of…
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Obesity in Quebec: A Public Health Wake-Up Call
Understanding the Rise of Obesity in Quebec Recent data from Statistics Canada show a concerning trend in Quebec: 68% of adults aged 18 to 79 were in the overweight or obese range (based on BMI) for the 2022–2024 period. Nearly one in three Quebecers is considered obese, a record that highlights the long-term consequences of…