Overview

The International Economy

The Canadian Economy

The New Brunswick Economy
GDP growth higher in 1999
GDP growth strong in 2000
Exports growing
Inflation remains low
Retail trade growth continues
Wages and salaries increase

Labour Force
Record employment
Service sector employment strongest
Unemployment rate declines

Population
Population growth slow
Aging population

Construction
Record capital investment

Manufacturing
Manufacturing shipments rebound

Forestry
Wood products strong
Recent improvement for paper and allied products

Mining
Mining products mixed

Utilities and Service Industries
Utilities moving forward
Technology and communication sectors strong
Transportation positive overall
Record tourism revenue

Agriculture
Farm cash receipts growing

Fisheries
Fish and seafood exports impressive

Statistical Tables