Canada's manufacturing sales rose 3.6% to C$71.2 billion in February 2026, rebounding from a 3% decline in January and slightly below preliminary estimates of 3.8%. Transportation equipment led the rebound, surging 18.8% to C$10.6 billion after an 18.4% plunge in January, with all industry groups posting gains and motor vehicles and parts showing the strongest performance. Machinery sales jumped 7.7% to C$4.6 billion on higher prices and volumes following January's 6.3% drop, while primary metals reached a record high at C$6.5 billion, up 4.9%. Meanwhile, chemical products declined 3.2% to C$5.0 billion, the lowest since July 2025, driven by weakness in basic chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Sales rose in six provinces, led by Ontario and Quebec, while Alberta posted the largest decline.