Canada's merchandise trade deficit with the world totalled $1.5 billion in October, narrowing from a $3.4 billion deficit in September. Exports were up 2.7% on higher exports to the United States, while imports decreased 1.6% on lower imports of motor vehicles and parts.

Total exports increased 2.7% to $44.5 billion in October, following four consecutive monthly declines. Prices were up 1.5% and volumes increased 1.2%. Advances were observed in 9 of 11 sections, led by basic and industrial chemical, plastic and rubber products (+12.4%). There were also notable gains in metal and non-metallic mineral products (+4.5%); farm, fishing and intermediate food products (+7.7%); and energy products (+2.7%). Year over year, total exports were up 0.8%.