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A look at renter and homeowner satisfaction with their home and neighbourhood

Housing
November 21, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
Two-thirds of Canadian households reported being a homeowner during the 2021 Census of Population. However, most Canadians rent at some point, whether it be when they are young and starting out in life or older and downsizing. Some Canadians are renters their entire life, either by choice or circumstance.
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On the move: More than half a million employed Canadians

Population and demography
November 20, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
According to the 2021 Census of Population, there were more than half a million employed Canadians (approximately 540,000) living in a different province or territory in 2021 from where they lived in 2016, representing 3.1% of the employed population.
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More on the moustache

Health
November 19, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
It is the month of the moustache. During the month of November, the annual campaign for men’s health, Movember, encourages men to grow out their moustaches to heighten awareness for men’s mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
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When nature calls

Environment
November 18, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
When nature calls, the vast majority of Canadians have access to indoor plumbing and a flush toilet. To mark World Toilet Day, let’s lift the lid on our (ahem) toilet and wastewater data.
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The Weekly Review, November 11 to 15, 2024

Government
November 15, 2024, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
Article
Statistics Canada's look at the week.
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Which households need repairs, and how much more do they cost?

Prices and price indexes
November 14, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve had to do all types of repairs to your home. Whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor, the bill can be steep, no matter what the job might be.
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The price changes for tire changes

Prices and price indexes
November 13, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Databyte
It’s mid-November, which means many Canadians have swapped summer tires for winter tires on their vehicles. Although the inflation rate, including prices for parts and maintenance, has decelerated over the past two years (no, we’re not talking about proper air pressure), prices are continuing to increase.
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A Swift effect on the economy?

Economic accounts
November 12, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
We’re always in our statistical era here at Statistics Canada, so let’s take a data snapshot of local economies that could get a bit of a gold rush from the upcoming concerts… ready for it?
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The Weekly Review, November 4 to 8, 2024

Government
November 8, 2024, 3:10 p.m. (EST)
Article
Statistics Canada's look at the week.
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Honouring Canada’s Veterans

Society and community
November 7, 2024, 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Article
As we approach Remembrance Day during Veterans’ Week, it’s a time for all Canadians to reflect and honour those who fought for our freedom and values. It is a day to remind ourselves of the important role the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) play internationally and at home.
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