OTTAWA—Canadian printing exports slid more than 11% in May compared to the previous year, while imports rose 2% over May 2012.

Exports to the U.S. were $52.2 million in May, down from $58.5 million in 2012. Imports during the same corresponding periods hiked from $61.2 million to $69.2 million.

The trade balance is down 27%.

All Countries	May 2013	May 2012	% change
Total exports (in millions)	69.5	78.5	-11.47
Total imports	106.0	108.5	2.36
Trade balance	-157.4	-123.9	-27

Canada/U.S.	May 2013	May 2012	% change
Exports to U.S. (in millions)	52.2	58.5	-10.77
Imports from U.S.	69.2	61.2	13.07