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Canada’s economy is beating expectations, but for how long?: RBC
The economy has proven more resilient than expected in 2023, according to a new report released Thursday by RBC...
VIDEO: Rising number of Canadians feeling burnt out
In this video interview, Trina Casey-Myatt, Regional Director, Alberta for Robert Half, discusses the growing problem of Canadians feeling...
A quarter million businesses are at risk of closure as CEBA repayment deadline approaches: CFIB
Nearly 250,000 small businesses — 19 per cent of all small businesses in Canada — could be at risk...
Increased demand for credit continues, delinquency rates rise: Equifax report
Credit demand remained high in the first quarter of this year while the mortgage market experienced a notable slowdown,...
Canadians’ dream of homeownership persists, despite affordability concerns: CIBC
Despite concerns about affordability, homeownership continues to be an important goal and a great source of pride for Canadians,...
VIDEO: Commercial real estate activity holds steady: RE/MAX Report
In this video interview, Elton Ash, Executive Vice President of RE/MAX Canada, discusses a report on Canada’s commercial real...
Canadian economy experiences slight growth in Q1 2023: Statistics Canada
Real gross domestic product (GDP) in Canada rose 0.8 per cent in the first quarter, after posting no change...
A More Resilient and Maturing Canadian VC Industry Amid the Downturn and Descent from 2021 Peaks: BDC study
There was a slowdown in activity last year, indicating the end of an overheated VC market which saw most...
Canadian homebuilding market still slow despite slight increase in builder confidence: CHBA
Confidence by Canadian home builders is still low but has slightly risen as high interest rates and prices keep...
Offspring: How Canadians Born to Newcomers Are Shaping Canada’s Future: TD Economics
Immigration is essential to maintaining growth in Canada’s labour force. Beyond their immediate contribution, immigrants add to the Canadian economy through their children, says a new report released Tuesday by TD Economics....
Number of active businesses in Canada drops
The business opening rate in Canada dropped from 4.6 per cent in January to 4.4 per cent in February,...
Women board representation in Canada shows slight growth
In 2020, women occupied just over one-fifth (20.5 per cent) of the 17,996 seats on Canadian boards of directors,...
Canadian businesses optimistic about future outlook
Nearly three-quarters (73.5 per cent) of businesses reported in the second quarter of this year being either very optimistic...
Canadians consider taking on extra work amid inflation pressure: BDO study
Half of Canadians say they are coping with higher costs of living by reducing their living expenses and taking...
Mortgage growth slows but debt remains at record highs: CMHC
As of January, residential mortgage debt in Canada stood at $2.08 trillion, an increase of six per cent compared to January 2022, but...
Risks to Canada’s economy remain high as household debt levels continue to grow: CMHC
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation has raised the alarm about the level of growing household debt in Canada. In...
Inflation, Interest Rates to Constrict Growth in Canadian Cities in 2023: Conference Board of Canada
Canadian cities will see slow growth throughout 2023 as higher borrowing costs and inflation continue impacting local economies, according...
Canadian payroll employment shows little change in March: Statistics Canada
The number of employees receiving pay or benefits from their employer was little changed in March, down by 9,900,...
Small business optimism rises for seventh consecutive month, remains relatively low amid tough labour market: CFIB
The long-term optimism index has been on the rise for seven months in a row and is at the...
VIDEO: More than 1 in 4 Canadians plan to purchase an investment property in the next 5 years: Royal LePage Report
In this video interview, Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage, discusses a new report about the number...
Canadian enterprises see a dip in net income before taxes: Statistics Canada
The combination of higher interest rates, inflationary pressures, and labour challenges have impacted Canadian enterprises in several different ways....
VIDEO: Deloitte Canada names Dawn Desjardins as Chief Economist
In this video interview, Dawn Desjardins discusses her recent appointment as Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada. Desjardins talks about...
VIDEO: Reductions coming in credit card processing fees
In this video interview, Dan Kelly, President, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, discusses the latest developments with credit fees...
Canadian retail sales drop in March
Canadian retail sales decreased 1.4 per cent to $65.3 billion in March, reported Statistics Canada on Friday. The federal...
VIDEO: Second carbon tax costs average family up to $1,157 by 2030: Parliamentary Budget Officer
In this video interview, Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, discusses the impact of the second carbon tax...
Employment Insurance beneficiaries lowest on record besides CERB period
In March, 388,000 Canadians received regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, little changed from February. The number of regular EI recipients in March...
High Rise, Low Carbon: Canada’s $40 billion Net Zero building challenge: RBC report
Canada is on the edge of a building boom. With our housing stock already severely strained, we’ll soon need...
Rising inflation biggest obstacle for business: Statistics Canada report
Rising inflation continues to be the most frequently expected short-term obstacle for both rural (60.7 per cent) and urban...
Manufacturing sales in Canada jump to more than $72 billion in March
Following a 3.6 per cent decline in February, Canadian manufacturing sales increased 0.7 per cent to $72.3 billion in...
Annual inflation acceleration in Canada up for first time since June 2022
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 4.4 per cent year over year in April, following a 4.3% increase in March....
VIDEO: EY’s 5-Pillar Plan To Boost Energy Transition
In this video interview, Lance Mortlock, Managing Partner Energy and Resources, EY, discusses the company’s latest Energy Transitions Report....
VIDEO: Alberta small brewers industry growing despite some challenges
In this video interview, Blair Berdusco, Executive Director, Alberta Small Brewers Association, discusses the state of the industry in...
Housing starts on the rise in Canada: CMHC
The standalone monthly seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of total housing starts for all areas in Canada increased 22 per...
National home sales surge in April but still down from a year ago: CREA
National home sales surged 11.3 per cent month-over-month in April but were down 19.5 per cent from a year...
Costs to economy of phasing out oil and gas production: Public Policy Forum
A gradual phase out of Canadian oil and gas production as a means of achieving net-zero emissions in this...
Canada’s high government spending and debt accumulation did not produce economic growth during COVID: Fraser Institute
During the pandemic, despite high levels of government spending and debt accumulation, Canada’s economy underperformed compared to most other...
Small business owners believe it’s possible to protect the environment and grow the economy: CFIB report
Small business owners are taking steps to make their operations more environmentally friendly, but they’re facing barriers on their...
Nearly three-quarters of small businesses need more time to repay CEBA loans: CFIB
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says 78 per cent of small business owners need extra time to repay their...
Canadian economy expected to grow slightly this year: BMO
The Canadian economy started 2023 with solid momentum, but the full impact of past interest rate hikes and some...
Medical wait times cost Canadians about $3.6 billion in lost wages last year: Fraser Institute
Long waits for surgery and medical treatment cost Canadians almost $3.6 billion in lost wages and productivity last year,...
Entrepreneurs’ mental health decreases significantly: BDC survey
A growing number of Canadian entrepreneurs are feeling mental health challenges these days. A recent survey from BDC, Canada’s business...
VIDEO: Pivoting with purpose: Canadians’ attitudes towards career change
In this video interview, Justin Knibbe, director, Master of Management and assistant professor, entrepreneurship and innovation, Haskayne School of...
Canada adds 41,000 jobs in April, but all in part-time work
Employment rose by 41,000 (+0.2 per cent) in April, all in part-time work and the unemployment rate was 5.0...
Saskatchewan 3rd most attractive jurisdiction worldwide for mining investment: Fraser Institute
Saskatchewan remains Canada’s top-rated jurisdiction for mining investment, according to the Annual Survey of Mining Companies released Thursday by the...
Champion Chats Unites Calgary’s Energy Industry In Support of High Needs Classrooms in Western Canada
In this video interview, Steve Mesler, President/CEO of Classroom Champions, discusses the purpose and vision of the organization and...
More Canadians to fall behind on debt payments—but most will manage: RBC
A looming recession and an unemployment rate projected to climb to 6.6 per cent by early 2024 are set...
90% of Canadian employees believe empathy is crucial to wellbeing: EY survey
A new EY survey, released on Tuesday, finds that empathetic leadership can increase morale, productivity and inclusivity The EY...
Canadian economy grew by 3.6% in 2022: Statistics Canada
Statistics Canada reported on Monday that Real gross domestic product (GDP) rose in every province and territory except Newfoundland...
Canadian economy sees slight growth
Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged up 0.1 per cent in February, following a 0.6 per cent increase in...
VIDEO: The cost of doing business has accelerated by 600%: BDC
In this video interview, Pierre Cléroux, Vice President, Research and Chief Economist at BDC, discusses a new report on...