OTTAWA—Canadian printing exports in Februrary dropped 2.17% compared to the previous year, while imports have risen 23.25% over February 2010. The results were reflected in our balance of trade which slid just over 161%.

Exports to the United States were $53.9 million in February, down from $62.4 million in 2010. Imports during the same month from the U.S. climbed to $71.1 million, compared to $56.6 million last year.

All Countries	Feb 2010	Feb 2011	Change %
Total exports (in millions)	$73.6	$72.0	- 2.2
Total imports	$81.7	$100.7	+ 23.3
Trade balance	- 20.7	-54.1	-161.6