The Daily Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Press Release
March 29, 2017
Consolidated Canadian Government Finance Statistics, 2015
The total fiscal burden in Canada—tax revenues and social contributions imposed by governments on individuals, businesses and non-residents—was $16,510 per capita in 2015, up from $15,913 in 2014.
Federal net debt per capita since 1867
The evolution of the federal government debt illustrates some of the major national and international political and socioeconomic events that have shaped Canada’s 150-year history. Over this period, the nominal federal net debt per capita grew from $22 in 1867 to a record high $19,733 in 1997.
Completing an apprenticeship in Canada yields benefits, 2015
Skilled tradespeople are vital to supporting industries that drive Canada’s economy. Strong economic growth in areas such as construction and natural resources, combined with an aging workforce, have contributed to increased demand for skilled tradespeople in Canada.
Education Indicators in Canada, biannual
New tables from the Pan-Canadian Education Indicators Program are now available.
Police resources in Canada, 2016
The number of police officers (per 100,000 people) in Canada fell for a fifth consecutive year in 2016, reaching its lowest rate since 2005. In 2016, police officer strength stood at 190 officers per 100,000 population, down 1.2% from 2015 and lower than the peak strength of 206 officers in 1975.
Railway carloadings, January 2017
The volume of rail freight carried in Canada totalled 29.3 million tonnes in January, up 6.9% from the same month last year.
Employment services, 2015
The employment services industry group generated $13.3 billion in operating revenue in 2015, down 0.3% from 2014. Operating expenses declined by 0.7%, resulting in an operating profit margin of 4.1% in 2015, up from 3.7% in 2014.
Employment services, 2015
The employment services industry group generated $13.3 billion in operating revenue in 2015, down 0.3% from 2014. Operating expenses declined by 0.7%, resulting in an operating profit margin of 4.1% in 2015, up from 3.7% in 2014.
Dairy statistics, January 2017
The volume of milk and cream sold in January declined 5.9% from January 2016 to 236 423 kilolitres in January 2017.
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