Leaks of sensitive data are highly unusual in Canada. Statistics Canada takes a series of precautions to ensure figures remain under wraps.

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.

When Reuters asked why the data was visible, the agency took down the page immediately, indicating an error had occurred.

“Statistics Canada takes this incident very seriously. We are conducting a thorough review and will determine whether additional safeguards are required to prevent a recurrence,” said agency spokeswoman Maryse Carriere.

A page from the monthly survey of manufacturing was visible on the agency’s website early Thursday. The data was also accompani

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