Press Releases
October 7, 2015
Building permits, August 2015
The total value of building permits decreased 3.7% to $7.5 billion in August, following increases of 15.5% in June and 0.7% in July (revised data). The decline was attributable to lower construction intentions in most provinces, mainly British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec and Saskatchewan.
Study: The impact of mental health problems on family members, 2012
In 2012, approximately 11 million Canadians (38%) aged 15 and older reported having one or more immediate or extended family members with a mental health problem, that is, problems with their emotions, mental health, or use of alcohol or drugs.
North American Product Classification System Canada 2012
The North American Product Classification System (NAPCS) Canada 2012 Version 1.2 structure is now available. It is the departmental standard for classifying goods and services.
Study: Political participation and civic engagement of youth, 2013
In 2013, young Canadians were more likely than older Canadians to participate in a number of non-electoral political and civic activities, but were less likely to report that they intended to vote in the next federal election.
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