Interprovincial travel spending up 5 per cent as Canadians rethink U.S. trips, shows Moneris data
More Canadians are choosing trips within Canada. A Moneris-commissioned Angus Reid survey shows a shift away from U.S. travel plans.
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Consumer Spending Insights
RCC- Highlights from September 2023 through November 2023
As retailers turn their minds to 2024, almost all retailers were flat-to-up in terms of Year-Over-Year sales, encouraged by the estimated $ 30 billion in spending by the 1.5 million new Canadians as they get settled across Canada.
Holiday Trends
Holiday Spend Trend 2023: Retail in Canada to Experience Pre-Pandemic Spending Levels, Moneris Data Predicts
Canada’s retail industry is expected to experience pre-pandemic spending levels, Moneris Data Predicts.
Consumer Spending Insights
Summer Spending Was a Bright Spot for Many Across Canada
From bowling alleys to movie theatres, many businesses that help us have fun saw a big boost in sales.
Data Stories
Data Stories from Stage 3 of BC’s Reopening
Step 3 of British Columbia’s reopening began July 1, 2021 kicking off a long weekend of spending on local travel throughout the province.
Data Stories
Data Stories from Stage 3 of Alberta’s Reopening
Step 3 of Alberta’s reopening began July 1, 2021 kicking off a long weekend of spending on local travel throughout the province compared to the week before.
Data Stories
Data Stories from Phase 3 of Ontario's Reopening
There was a moderate increase at restaurants with the return of indoor dining but tourist attractions, recreational sports leagues, and gyms were where Ontarians spent the most money.
Data Stories
Data Stories from Phase 2 of Ontario's Reopening
Step 2 of Ontario’s reopening plan kicked off on June 30, 2021 leading to line-ups for haircuts and a rise in spending on local travel and entertainment categories for the long weekend.
Tourism and Events
The Calgary Stampede Helped Bring Spending to New Heights During the Pandemic
The Calgary Stampede corresponded with easing restrictions across the province that helped everyone from retailers to restaurant owners take advantage of the crowds, resulting in some positive spend trends.
Sports
Restaurants Were the Real Winners of the Stanley Cup Finals
The Montreal Canadiens may not have brought home the cup, but that didn’t stop fans from filling theirs at their favourite watering holes across the province as they cheered on their Habs.