This dataset provides monthly international trade exports from British Columbia, broken down by commodity and destination, along with monthly US housing starts (seasonally adjusted) and hotel occupancy rates. All data are uploaded monthly to the Economic Indicators App. If you need help with this dataset, you can reach BC Stats at the email below; however, submitting a support request is recommended. Sources: International merchandise exports – adapted from Statistics Canada, International Trade Statistics (custom extract); this does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product. U.S. housing starts – U.S. Census Bureau. Hotel occupancy rates – CBRE Hotels and BC Stats. Accessed March 2026.