Statistics Canada posted market-sensitive information about June manufacturing data on its website ahead of the scheduled release date on Friday, the agency’s website showed on Thursday.

On Thursday, Statistics Canada inadvertently published market-sensitive June manufacturing data on its website nearly a day before the scheduled release. The premature entry included revised figures from the previous month, visible within the monthly manufacturing survey tables. The disclosure was flagged by Reuters, prompting the agency to immediately remove the content and cite the incident as a “mistake” .

Spokeswoman Maryse Carriere stated the error is being taken very seriously. A thorough internal review has been launched to determine whether enhanced safeguards are necessary to prevent future early releases .

Despite the mishap, Statistics Canada confirmed it will proceed with the official release of the June manufacturing data as planned—Friday at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time .

This type of early leak is exceptionally rare in Canada, where statistical releases are tightly controlled. Officials follow strict protocols to maintain confidentiality and ensure fairness in data dissemination. The incident marks one of only a few similar cases—most notably, a leak in May 2020 that saw employment data arrive early at Bloomberg. An investigation then found no wrongdoing by agency personnel .

The early posting raises critical questions about information control and the potential impact of inadvertent data disclosures on markets. As Canada’s trusted authority for economic statistics, the agency must now reassure the public and stakeholders that its systems are robust and secure. The outcome of the current review could lead to significant procedural changes, ensuring that sensitive data are held securely until their scheduled release.