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Canada’s recession debate may be distracting from a much bigger problem.
While headlines focus on whether Canada is technically in a recession, some economists argue the real concern is the country’s long-running productivity slump.
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Think the Bank of Canada is about to ride in and save the housing market? Think again. 🫣
Do you think the Bank of Canada should consider housing prices when setting interest rates? 👇
Source: Financial Post, Desjardins Group
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Trump says he won't renew the trade deal he negotiated with Canada and Mexico, putting a nearly $2 trillion North American trade relationship into question. 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇲🇽
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Jun 15
New Equifax data shows the number of active businesses under two years old has fallen nearly 39%, while fewer Canadians are applying for loans to launch new ventures.
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Jun 14
A new argument in the floor-crossing debate points to a striking statistic: only 6% of Canadians say they vote primarily for the individual candidate, while 94% vote based on the party, leader, or platform.
Source: National Post
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Jun 13
Could Bill C-34 change how Canadians use the internet? 📱
The federal government’s proposed online safety bill is being marketed as a way to protect minors online, but critics argue its reach could extend far beyond social media.
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Jun 13
According to the Fraser Institute’s annual Tax Freedom Day report, the average Canadian family will pay an estimated $72,539 in taxes in 2026, representing about 43.5% of its income.
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Jun 13
Canadian businesses may be feeling the pressure. 📉
New data from Equifax Canada shows 60 day delinquencies on business loans, credit cards, and lines of credit jumped 11.37% year over year in the first quarter.
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Jun 13
A new Nanos Research survey commissioned by Santis Health found that 91% of Canadians believe the healthcare system needs major reform, signalling widespread concern about how care is delivered across the country.
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Jun 13
After reaching 74.1 cents U.S. earlier this year, the loonie has now fallen to 71.67 cents U.S. as investors pile into the U.S. dollar and concerns grow over Canada’s economic outlook.
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Jun 10
Nearly 1 in 10 Toronto homeowners could be stuck when their mortgage comes up for renewal.
According to a new Bank of Canada report, falling home prices have eroded equity for some borrowers, leaving thousands at risk of not qualifying to refinance next year.
Source: BOC
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Jun 10
Most provincial finance ministers just failed a national report card. 🫢📄
The report ranked Saskatchewan’s finance minister highest overall, while B.C.’s finance minister placed last.
Source: Canadian Taxpayers Federation 📉📊💰
#Canada #BritishColumbia #Taxes
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According to Leger, 66% of Canadians support a federal-Alberta agreement to expand oil and natural gas development, including a new export pipeline and carbon capture investments.
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Canada’s debt challenges are sparking calls to rethink senior benefits.
Source: G&M
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For the first time in modern Canadian history, there are fewer than 3 workers supporting every retiree. 📉
Critics say this isn't a normal economic slowdown. It's a structural shift that's making it harder to buy a home, start a family, build a business, or get ahead.
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Despite years of electrification policies, BC Hydro is now seeking new natural gas power contracts and exploring additional gas-fired generation to help meet growing electricity demand.
Source: Energy Institute
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For years, cheap money helped fuel everything from soaring home prices to massive government spending.
Now, bond markets are signalling that era may be ending.
What do you think? 🤔
Source: Financial Post
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