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1. Feature article.

Author

Macdonald, Ryan

Subjects
COMMODITY futures, BUSINESS, PRICES, DOLLAR
Abstract

The article focuses on the commodity trade in central Canada. Trade for both Ontario and Quebec rose after 2002, despite the commodity price boom and their large manufacturing base. Manufacturing output in Canada rose from 0.2% per year 2002 and 2007, despite the appreciation of dollar and energy prices.

Published
2008

2. Year-end Review.

Author

Cross, P.

Subjects
ECONOMICS, CANADIAN dollar, GROSS domestic product, BUSINESS
Abstract

Talks about several economic-related news in Canada. Depreciation of the Canadian dollar against the U.S. dollar; Percentage of gross domestic product deceleration; Factor contributing to the straight solid growth of household spending.

Published
2004

3. Current economic conditions.

Subjects
ECONOMICS, BUSINESS, COMMERCE, EMPLOYMENT, STATISTICS
Abstract

Presents issues concerning current economic conditions in Canada. Rise in the corporate net worth; Decrease in employment rate; Trend in trade flows across the country.

Published
2004

4. V. Good-producing Industries.

Subjects
RETAIL industry, COMMERCE, MARKETING, BUSINESS, COMMERCIAL products
Abstract

Provides data on the overall performance of good-producing industries in Canada in 2003. Manufacturing shipments, orders and inventories; Miscellaneous manufacturing statistics; Capacity utilization rates; Farm cash and natural gas; Energy and mining; Construction.

Published
2004