The announcement comes just ahead of a report by the central bank on climate risks and the financial system
With fewer homes on the market, prices soared almost 20% from last year
The boost in activity mirrored the sector's strong start in the first quarter
The amount is $114 billion less than the same period last year, when pandemic spending was high
Gains in some sectors were offset by declines in agriculture, manufacturing
Leo Salom becomes CEO of TD Bank in U.S. as part of broader executive shakeup at TD
Inflation appears stronger than expected, the central bank said
Employment and Social Development Canada has issued a notice to employers enforcing vaccine mandates
Data estimates suggest, however, that sales may have fallen back in September
Support will target still-hurting sectors of the economy