Source: The Canadian Press

Most sectors were up as retail sales increased 1.3% to $37.3 billion in November.

Statistics Canada reports it was the sixth straight monthly rise in sales and the largest since March 2010.

Sales in volume terms also rose 1.3%.

Gains were reported in eight of 11 subsectors, representing roughly 90% of total sales.

In dollar terms, the largest increase among all subsectors was a 2.7% rise in sales at motor vehicle and parts dealers — mainly the result of a 3.6% increase at new car dealers.

Gains were also reported at automotive parts, accessories and tire stores (up 8.3%), while declines were reported at used-car dealers (down 1.3) and other motor vehicle dealers (down 9.8).

Sales at food and beverage stores increased 0.8% after two months of declines.

Gasoline station sales rose 1.4%, mainly reflecting higher prices at the pump.

Clothing and clothing accessories stores registered a 2.4% sales increase in November.

Sales at sporting goods, hobby, book and music stores were up 1.7%.

The largest decline occurred at electronics and appliances stores where sales fell 2.2%.

Retail sales increased in nine provinces in November.

The only decline was in Nova Scotia, where sales fell 0.7% after three straight months of growth.