The Daily Thursday, April 2, 2026
Press Release
April 2, 2026
Canadian international merchandise trade, February 2026
In February, Canada’s merchandise trade activity increased sharply, with imports rising 8.4% and exports increasing 6.4%. As a result, Canada’s merchandise trade deficit with the world widened from $4.2 billion in January to $5.7 billion in February.
Natural resource indicators, fourth quarter 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) of the natural resources sector declined slightly (-0.2%) in the fourth quarter of 2025, after recording modest growth (+0.9%) in the third quarter. In comparison, economy-wide real GDP declined 0.2% in the fourth quarter, after rising 0.6% in the third quarter.
Canadian international trade in services, February 2026
Canada’s monthly international trade in services balance went from an essentially balanced position in January to a surplus of $0.4 billion in February. Overall, exports of services increased 1.5% to $20.3 billion, and imports of services decreased 0.7% to $19.9 billion.
Sawmills, January 2026
Lumber production increased 16.2% from December to 3 374.5 thousand cubic metres in January. Production was down 12.8% from January 2025.
Selected Health Indicators in Canada: Interactive Dashboard, 2019 to 2024
Today, in advance of World Health Day on April 7, the Centre for Health Data Integration and Direct Measures is releasing the interactive dashboard “Selected Health Indicators in Canada.” This dynamic data visualization tool features key health data for the overall population and specific groups. The dashboard features a range of indicators grouped into three categories: health outcomes, health behaviours and access to health care.
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing Services Price Index, fourth quarter 2025
Data from the Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing Services Price Index (2020=100) are now available for the fourth quarter.
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